Guidance

Bird gatherings: specific licence conditions

Specific licence conditions to hold a bird gathering of poultry or other captive birds in England.

• From: Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs and Animal and Plant Health Agency
• Published: 25 September 2026

Applies to England

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Bird gatherings: specific licence conditions

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APHA bird gathering licences include conditions to reduce disease risk. Conditions vary according to the APHA risk assessment for the gathering and must be complied with for all birds present. Before applying, check that you can meet the template licence conditions.

Apply using the bird gathering licence service.

Published 25 September 2026