Being a stallholder in 2018

Attracting visitors through offering both world class piping and a range of other entertainment the European Pipe Band Championships  is an enjoyable day out for all ages.

We are very pleased to say that all of the Piping At Forres events (2017, 2016, 2015, 2014 and 2013)  have all been given over 9 out of a possible 10 for overall enjoyment in feedback surveys.

Plans are being made for a crowd of 15,000 – 20,000 people on Grant Park on Saturday 30 June 2018.  This gives an exceptional opportunity to businesses to showcase their products.

There will be two large, separate areas of stalls, a Craft and Retail Village and a Food and Drink Village. Each will have stalls within a marquee and outdoor pitches, and will be well signed and accessible to visitors and competitors. The general layout of the park will be as for 2017, with minor changes to take account of new activities.

Application for a Stall

Applications for a stall for the 2018 Championships  closed on 31 March 2018. If you have applied prompt provision of documentation (insurance certificates, risk assessments etc.) is encouraged.

We will confirm which applications have been accepted as soon as possible.

Payment will not be required until after our confirmation of acceptance of your application, at which time we will also advise you of any Special Conditions that will apply to your agreement.

Your online form gave us  information about the Stallholder, the products being offered, the type of stall requested and confirmation of compliance with all relevant legislation and licences.  If any of these change subsequently  for any reason please let us know as promptly as possible.

We will advise you of the location of your stall on the Park and provide you details of the permitted points of ingress and egress etc in the weeks before the Event.

Sponsors

Sponsors who are taking up Stallholder rights should refer to the section below for information on timing.

Charities

Charities who are seeking to be awarded one of a limited number of stalls that are available without charge to charities need to complete a Stallholder application.

Timing re applications:

• Complete online application before:                                    31 March 2018
• Provide all relevant documentation such as insurance certificates, risk assessments etc:                                                                       6 April 2018
• Payment for stall in full and agreement to Special Conditions:   31 May 2018
• Receive information about stall location etc. no later than:     15 June 2018

Prices

Stallholders prices for 2018 have been held at the same rate as for 2017 and are set out below. VAT will be added to all prices.

 

* The nature of the Championships means that there is very limited space available outwith the Village locations; these are available only to specialist providers; for example the fairgrounds.

Power

Power is available in limited areas of the park on payment of a separate charge of £35 per socket plus VAT for light use such as for e.g. a light or computer.  Power for other uses such as chiller units can also be provided. Please complete the relevant part of the online application form setting out your requirements and then contact us before 31 March 2018 to discuss your requirements.

Other

Stallholders are requested to provide their own tables, chairs and other equipment for their stalls.

Forres Events Ltd will again be applying for a Market Operator’s licence. In order to enable us to do that it is important that Stallholders abide by the Conditions and Guidelines.

Conditions and Guidelines for Stallholders

 Your online application will include your agreement to the General Conditions and Schedules of Regulations and Guidelines, where we inform you of what you need to do to comply with the requirements of Moray Council, the uniformed authorities and the Event management. These cover all matters before, during and after the Event, together with all general terms and conditions. Links to these documents are available below.

STALLHOLDER GENERAL CONDITIONS JANUARY 2018

Risk Assessments proformas, health and safety guidelines  and guidance on the identification of hazards are available below, as are infrastructure guidelines. The short form risk assessment immediately below should be sufficient for stallholders offering low risk offerings or activities.

STALLHOLDER RISK ASSESSMENT SHORT FORM HAZARD IDENTIFICATION 2018

STALLHOLDER RISK ASSESSMENT FORM JAN 2018 FULL

 

STALLHOLDER HEALTH AND SAFETY GENERAL GUIDELINES JANUARY 2018

Food Charter, Food and Hygiene Regulations and Alcohol Guidelines

FEL will again be supporting the “Food Charter” which was rolled out in Scotland  by the organisers of the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games.

The Food Charter, Food and Hygiene Regulations and Alcohol Guidelines are available below.

STALLHOLDER FOOD CHARTER 2018

STALLHOLDER FOOD AND HYGIENE REGULATIONS JANUARY 2018

STALLHOLDER ALCOHOL GUIDELINES JANUARY 2018

Further information

If you need further information, please speak to your usual contact at Forres Events Limited, or email admin@pipingatforres.com