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Online event application form

How to Apply 

To fill in the online event application form, you will first require a My Trust account. You can set up an account on our signup page and click register and click sign up now

What Happens Next? 

You'll be asked to pay the admin fee at the time of submission. We'll also need a risk assessment, safeguarding policy, and a copy of your public liability insurance certificate. If you need to add additional items to your application after submitting it, you'll need to contact us for consent. 

Once completed, we'll process your application and inform and consult with our relevant local teams. We might need to ask you for further details during the assessment process. You'll have a dashboard to monitor the progress of your application. If your application needs to be refused, we will let you know why. 

A Special Note for Unpowered Craft Events – Paddle Responsibly 

For events involving kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards, it's essential to follow check, clean, and dry procedures to prevent the spread of invasive species. These simple steps help protect our waterways and their delicate ecosystems. 

Learn more about biosecurity (see our Invasive Species page and video) at paddling events and how to play your part by visiting the Paddle UK Biosecurity Toolkit.

Need Help Before You Apply?

Our friendly events team is here to support you.

Last Edited: 13 February 2026

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