Busking Licences & Applications

Busking

Our city streets, famous for their musical culture and heritage, are today enlivened by buskers who create memorable experiences for all our visitors.

Due to Coronavirus restrictions and social distancing requirements we currently have 4 busking locations in Liverpool ONE, for more details please see the Liverpool ONE Busking map.

Our Tickle the Ivories piano festival is also running from 21 May to 1 August. If you wish to perform on a piano as part of Tickle The Ivories festival please fill the booking form.

Locations:

Paradise Street by Sailor’s Gates – suitable for 4 people
Paradise Street by North Face – suitable for 2 people
Thomas Steers Way – suitable for 6 people
Upper South John Street by Debenhams window – suitable for 1 person

Amplification is not currently permitted anywhere in Liverpool ONE for busking.

How to apply:

Before applying, please read the full performer code of practice below.

CODE OF PRACTICE

Please consult the latest Covid-19 regulations and ensure your performance can meet all the rules and guidance before applying:

Meeting people outside your household https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-meeting-with-others-safely-social-distancing/coronavirus-covid-19-meeting-with-others-safely-social-distancing

Performing arts here https://www.gov.uk/guidance/working-safely-during-coronavirus-covid-19/performing-arts

Please follow the Government’s suggested principles for safer singing

Busking Application

Name*
Email*
Address*
Contact Number*
Date of Birth*
MM slash DD slash YYYY

All performers must be over 16 years of age.
Group / Band Name*

If applicable
Website or YouTube links to previous performance*

Please provide a video or sound recording of your performance so that we can assess your suitability for different areas within Liverpool ONE.
Description of Act*
Please include number of people in band/group, equipment you need to bring, type of performance, amount of space needed.
Terms and Conditions*
- Accept
By ticking this box I accept the terms and conditions below. I hereby confirm that the information and particulars given above are correct and confirm that a member of the Liverpool ONE team or associated busking partner may contact me regarding my application.