What do I do if I want to hold a party?
Remember: if we receive a complaint about your party, your night may be spoilt by a visit from our Noise Team.
The following guidelines will help you enjoy your party without annoying anyone else.
- If at all possible try to hold your party in a room or venue where neighbours will not hear the music
- If you are having a party at home, be aware of where your property is situated e.g. in flats be aware of your neighbours above and below as well as next to you
Remember, the more often you have a party, the more likely people are to complain.
- Warn neighbours, near and far, that a party is to take place. Try to give as much warning as possible so that they can make alternative arrangements if they wish. If possible give a telephone number where you can be contacted so that neighbours can let you know if it is too loud. Alternatively, why not invite the neighbours?
- Give your neighbours a finishing time, make it reasonable and stick to it
- Make sure that you know your guests and that you can trust them, as you will be responsible for them
- Invite a suitable number of guests for the size of your property
- Think about where you position the speakers. Keep them away from party walls and off the floor if you live in a flat. Do not point them at windows and do not have them out in the garden
- Try to start the party early so that you can finish early
- Keep doors and windows closed so the noise does not travel
Contact us
You can contact us using the details below:
Pollution Control Team
Street Management & Public Protection Department
Civic Centre
Lampton Road
Hounslow
TW3 4DN
Street Management & Public Protection Department
Civic Centre
Lampton Road
Hounslow
TW3 4DN