Understanding adventure activities licensing: where to find answers to common questions
The Adventure Activities Licensing Scheme can sometimes appear complex, particularly for organisations applying for a licence for the first time or trying to determine whether the regulations apply to the activities they provide.
At Adventure RMS, we are regularly asked questions about:
- who needs a licence
- which activities are licensable
- how the application process works
- application reviews and site visits
- licence durations
- changes to activities, staff or management arrangements
- maintaining compliance once a licence has been granted.
Some organisations are exploring adventurous activities for the first time. Others are established providers wishing to understand a particular aspect of the licensing process in more detail.
Whatever your situation, it is usually helpful to start with reliable, up-to-date information.
Start with our AALA FAQs and Guidance
To help providers, schools, charities, local authorities and other organisations navigate the licensing scheme, we have brought together a collection of frequently asked questions and supporting guidance covering many of the issues we are most commonly asked about.
Topics include:
- understanding whether a licence is required
- the application and renewal process
- inspection and review arrangements
- licence durations and conditions
- responsibilities of licence holders
- changes that may affect licensing arrangements.
The guidance is intended to help organisations better understand how the scheme operates and where to find further information.
Explore the AALA FAQs and Guidance
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