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The flying of any drone or model aircraft in the UK is covered by Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Regulations. These regulations were comprehensively updated December 2020.
If you want a permit for a commercial drone flight related to a building survey or another purpose please complete this application form.
Please note the only designated area for non-commercial drones and model aircraft in Bath is at Lansdown Playing Fields North.
I want to take off/land a drone from a Council managed highway, park or open space in Bath and North East Somerset, do I need permission from the Council?
Yes, if any of the following apply:
If you want a permit for a drone flight related to the filming industry, please apply via the Bath Film Office online permit system. You will need to provide evidence of your public liability insurance, risk assessment, any CAA documentation and flight plan. All applications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
There will be a minimum of 5 working days to assess the application, however we will try to facilitate any shorter notice requests.