Celebrating its 35th year this October, Derry Halloween has grown from unassuming beginnings to become an internationally acclaimed event, offering visitors a unique and authentic experience, that draws from the regions rich artistic, historical, cultural and culinary heritage and ability to harness the imagination and participation of all who visit.
As society plans some tentative steps back towards life as we knew it pre-Covid, Derry and Strabane Council have been working on the best way to deliver Derry Halloween in a way that complies with new restrictions without compromising the spirit of this international event.
For 2021 the council will deliver a trail of lighting, animation and installations across the city, which will be entitled ‘Awakening the Walled City’ and will run from Friday 29th to Sunday 31st October 2021.
Said a council spokesperson: “The footprint of the festival will spread 3 very distinct themed zones to ensure we deliver a vibrant but safe festival for all.
“Each zone will awaken from 5pm to 10pm each evening featuring a range of family friendly illuminated trails featuring installations, sound effects, displays, dressing and animation.
“For businesses wishing to trade outside of their premises during this event, click here to download the Business Activity form and let us know what you’re up to.”
For event market trading, please see details below:
Please note the following application process is open to:
Businesses that meet the LegenDerry Food principles.
Businesses specialising in the supply of fast selling toys.
There will be a separate application process for ice cream vans
Product suitability at this event
“Our main aim is to deliver a varied product offering whilst complementing existing businesses rather than competing with, therefore each application will be assessed individually whilst taking existing businesses nearby into account.
“Council reserves the right to restrict traders/ offers/ goods being sold and to avoid duplication, you may be asked to remove certain items from your offering.
“This will be agreed in advance.
“Goods not included in this application will not be permitted to be sold.
Food Trader Requirements (Street Food, Bakery & Sweet Confections)
“We are seeking DCSDC registered food businesses who follow the LegenDerry Food principles, therefore are truly passionate about serving quality food which is in keeping with the values of the LegenDerry Food Brand – local produce, seasonal and sustainably produced goods which are of high quality and will add to the overall event experience and be enjoyed by both locals and tourists. Please note all traders must have a 4 / 5 food hygiene rating.
“Please refer to page 21 in the application for information on food safety & standards.
Fast Selling Toys Requirements (Toys, Balloons, Light-up Toys, Face-Paints)
“We are seeking individuals and businesses interested in trading at this event specialising in the supply of children’s toys (including battery operated light –up toys), balloons, face paints and other fast selling items aimed at children. Priority will go to businesses registered within the DCSDC area.
“As the rules for selling toys in Northern Ireland have changed since Brexit, those wishing to apply must refer to and meet the new guidance from The Office of Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) on the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011 as they apply to toys being supplied in or into Northern Ireland from 1 January 2021.
Please refer to page 22 in the application for information on product & consumer safety.
Trading Locations
The 3 event zones are as follows with each zone having a number of trading locations available.
Zone 1 / Spirit World One
Queens Quay – from Council’s staff car park to The City Hotel.
Zone 2 / Spirit World Two
City Centre – Guildhall Square, Shipquay Street, The Diamond & Cathedral Quarter
Zone 3 / Spirit World Three
St Columb’s Park – Vehicular entrance to the park and car park.
“As each event zone is different, the table below details what product offering will be accepted and what infrastructure will be provided by council in each zone.
“This application relates to trading opportunities within zones 1 and 3 ONLY. Please note that all zones are open to the public outside of event times and council accepts no responsibility for the security of trader’s belongings.
Zone No.
Location
Product Suitability
Unsuitable for
Provided by council if required by traders
1
Queens Quay
From Council’s staff car park to the City Hotel.
NO OVERNIGHT SECURITY
· Tea & Coffee
· Bakery & Sweet Confections
· Fast Selling Toys
· Readymade Street Food
· Street Food cooked on demand
· 3m x 3m pop-up stall & strip light
· Electric
1
Queens Quay
From Council’s staff car park to the City Hotel.
NO OVERNIGHT SECURITY
· Tea & Coffee
· Bakery & Sweet Confections
· Fast Selling Toys
· Readymade Street Food
· Street Food cooked on demand
· Low power electric supply only
3
Foyle Embankment Greenway
NO OVERNIGHT SECURITY
Mobile Traders (small push carts, not trailers)
· Toys
· Bakery & Sweet
· Tea & Coffee
· Any Street Food
Trader must be self-sufficient: has own trailer & power supply
3
St Columb’s Park Entrance
NO OVERNIGHT SECURITY
· Tea & Coffee
· Bakery & Sweet Confections
· Fast Selling Toys
· All Street Food (readymade and cooked on demand)
N/A
· 3m x 3m pop-up stall & strip light
· Electric
3
St Columb’s Park car park
OVERNIGHT SECURITY
· Tea & Coffee
· Bakery & Sweet Confections
· Fast Selling Toys
· All Street Food (readymade and cooked on demand)
N/A
· 3m x 3m pop-up stall & strip light
· Electric
“Please note that in line with current legislation no trading can take place within a ten metre distance of a public footpath without a Street Trading Licence and that No Street Trading Licences will be issued for trading independently at the festival. Businesses must apply to Council in order to trade at this festival.
Trading Dates & Times
“All traders, without exception, will be expected to open every day of the operating period and for the whole of the opening times. This will be a condition of your participation.
· Date
· Start
· End
· Friday 29th October 2021
12 noon
10.00pm
· Saturday 30th October 2021
12 noon
10.00pm
· Sunday 31st October 2021
12 noon
10.00pm
Trade Stand Fee
“Costs shown below are for the duration of trading at the festival (3 days) for a 3 meter (frontage) x 3 meter trading space. Traders that require a larger trading space will be charged accordingly i.e. a street food stall with a 6m (frontage) x 3m will be charged £390.00 plus VAT for the duration of trading at the festival.
Product
Fee per 3m x 3m space
STREET FOOD
(anything cooked/fried/baked/prepared at the stall for immediate consumption, including packed as take away for consuming later)
£195 in VAT
BAKERY & SWEET CONFECTIONS
(non-cooked or cold food items that are rich in sugar and carbohydrates, Sweets & Chocolate / Bakery / Cakes / Artisan ice-cream / Hot drinks: Tea, Coffee)
£150 inc VAT
FAST SELLING TOYS
(Toys / Balloons / Light Up Toys )
£195 in VAT
ELECTRIC (if required to trade)
(1 x twin household socket / blue or red plug)
£24 inc VAT
Application
Download and read the application in full before completing. Completed applications and supporting documents will be accepted in hardcopy to:
POST: Market’s Development Officer
Derry City and Strabane District Council
98 Strand Road
BT48 7NN
EMAIL: [email protected]
Deadline for applications to be submitted is Tuesday 24th August 2021 at 12noon. Please note that applications received after this date and time will not be accepted.
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