Updated: 8 December 2025
Please note: The information contained in this chapter sets out good practice that should be considered by event organisers. However, it is industry guidance and does not necessarily cover everything that organisers need to consider for a particular event.
Vehicles movements, both around event sites and in car parking areas, are one of the areas where accidents frequently occur. Unlike the public highway, people tend not to be so alert to traffic on an event site. Where possible, pedestrians should be separated from vehicle movements. Make sure traffic and pedestrian routes are well signposted; discourage the use hazard-warning lights on site as this prevents the use of indicators; clearly define parking spaces; and consider the ground conditions, particularly in muddy fields. Also, consider whether special provision is needed for vehicles used by people with disabilities, especially wheelchair users. If the event will be taking place on, or will have an impact on, a public road it is important to notify the local council and police of this.