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Check with your local planning dept.  Their website should tell you. There's plenty out there following the Tour de France in Yorkshire, and the Commonwealth Games, though it tends to focus on caravans rather than tents. For example,

2. Do I need any licences or permissions from X Council to set up a temporary
caravan site?

If you wish to use land owned by X Council you will need permission from the Council before you do so.
If you supply food (whether bought or cooked yourself) you must register with the
environmental health department.
You will need to apply for a Temporary Events Notice or Premises Licence if you are
intending to sell alcohol or run a bar.

4. What are my legal responsibilities?
As a minimum you must:
 Have appropriate public liability insurance.
If the land is subject to flooding this will affect your ability to get appropriate cover.
 Fully comply with Health and Safety legislation, and conduct regular risk assessments. This includes Fire safety. You can find out more about general risk assessments at www.hse.gov.uk You can find templates to help you conduct a fire risk assessment at
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/fire-safety-risk-assessment-sleepingaccommodation
The guide ‘HSG195 A guide to health, safety and welfare at music and
similar events’ includes a section on campsites and can be downloaded at
www.hse.gov.uk
 Check any licence agreements and thoroughly to check who is liable. Do you need
occupier’s liability insurance?
Other legislation that may be relevant includes:
 Speak to the local Fire Safety Office if you plan to store or sell butane,
propane and camping gas on site.
 Whether you are providing portable toilets or permanent facilities you must discharge to water and sewer responsibly. The Environment Agency has guidance on waste disposal.

7. What else should I consider?
 Safe access in and out of the site for cars and pedestrians
 Access for emergency vehicles
 Access to toilets, showers and drinking water
 Where will campers put their rubbish?
 Availability of fire safety precautions (water/sand etc)
 What measures can you take to prevent crime or noise nuisance?
 Are your neighbours aware of your intention?
 Once the event is over, can the land can be returned to the same condition it was before camping or caravanning took place
 If you are renting the land; thoroughly check the terms and confitions.