Sound set of standards for Altrincham buskers

A new code of conduct for buskers in Altrincham aims to ensure a balance between the needs of musicians, residents and businesses.

The standards, implemented by Trafford Council, are in operation from 1 April for buskers in Altrincham town centre. They set out guidance on the conduct and behaviour of all who wish to perform impromptu live music in the award-winning town centre streets.

A spokesperson for Trafford Council said:

“We want to ensure that the centre of Altrincham is a thriving, prosperous and secure environment for everyone who lives, visits or works around the town.

“Buskers can really enhance the atmosphere of a town centre but we want to make sure they don’t have a negative impact on the surrounding area.

“Therefore, we are asking buskers to abide by the new code to ensure that live music can continue to be part of the life of the town, without interfering with other users of the town centre.”

Buskers are now being asked to only play music at a reasonable volume and not to cause obstructions to town centre businesses.

The code will operate between 1 April and 30 September after which its operation will be reviewed.