Under the new smoking law you are not allowed to light
up in enclosed or substantially enclosed public
places.
Premises are enclosed if they have a ceiling or roof and are
wholly enclosed on a permanent or temporary basis, except for
doors, windows or passageways.
Premises are substantially enclosed if they have a ceiling or
roof with permanent openings in the walls which are less than half
of the total area of walls.
This includes other structures which serve as walls. It does not
include doors, windows or other fittings which can be opened or
shut.
A roof includes any fixed or movable structures, such as canvas
awnings.
Tents, marquees or similar are classified as enclosed if
they fall within the definition.
For more information visit the
website Smokefree England
or contact
our Food and Safety
team.