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Fireworks and explosives
Find out how to apply a licence to to sell or store fireworks and other explosive products.
The sale and storage of fireworks is regulated by legislation. This registration enables you to store up to 2000kg of explosives and sell fireworks during specific times of year:
- 15 October to 10 November
- 26 December to 31 December
- The three days prior to Diwali
- Chinese New Year
Explosives, which include fireworks, must be stored safely to prevent fire or explosion and to protect persons from the effect of fire or explosion.
Failure to store fireworks correctly, or the sale of fireworks to persons under the age of 18, may result in the revocation of your licence.
| Changes | Fee |
|---|---|
| Variation of name/address | £40 |
| Transfer | £40 |
| Replacement licence/registration | £40 |
| Any other variation | Any reasonable cost |
Applications
To register complete the application form and return it to us along with the correct fee.
Download an explosives store licence application
| Licence duration | New application fee | Renewal fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1 year | £202 | £94 |
| 2 years | £266 | £161 |
| 3 years | £333 | £226 |
| 4 years | £409 | £291 |
| 5 years | £463 | £357 |
| All year-round sale of fireworks | £500 |
| Licence duration | New application fee | Renewal fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1 year | £119 | £59 |
| 2 years | £154 | £94 |
| 3 years | £190 | £132 |
| 4 years | £226 | £166 |
| 5 years | £260 | £202 |
| All year round sale of fireworks | £500 |
Sale of fireworks
Anyone who wishes to sell fireworks outside the set times listed above must apply for a separate licence to sell fireworks all year round. This costs £500 per year.
Download supply fireworks licence application
Fee
The fee to apply to sell fireworks is £500.
This page was last updated on 11/08/2026 16:25:28