Could you run your own market business?

Tell us what you’d love to sell and how you’d get your stall up and running.

YLFM will review your application and get in touch if there’s a potential match. We’ll talk to you before sharing your application with a trader.

About you

Your name

Email address

Phone number (optional)

Do you already run a business? Tell us its name and what it does. (optional)

What you want to build

What would you like to sell? Is there a trader or brand you’d like to work with?

For example, local cider, dog treats, baked goods or handmade products.

Where would you like to trade?

Tell us your town or area, any markets you have in mind and how far you could travel.

Where do you see yourself selling?

Regular markets

Shows, festivals and pop-ups

Mobile van or trailer

Another format or still exploring

What attracts you to running this business?

Experience and availability

What experience would you bring?

Tell us about sales, customer service, market trading, stock, managing a team or running a business. Experience from other work counts too.

Give us an example of how you’ve sold a product, won a customer or built something from scratch. (optional)

Who would run the stall day to day?

Would you run it yourself, with a partner or with staff? Who could cover when you’re away?

How often could you trade, and when could you start?

Include weekdays, weekends, early starts or other commitments that affect your plans.

Getting the business started

What transport, storage and equipment could you use?

Think stock collection, a van or car, dry or chilled storage, a gazebo, power and card payments. Tell us what you’d need help with.

How much could you put towards getting started?

A rough estimate for stock, equipment, pitch fees and early running costs is enough.

How would you fund the business? (optional)

For food or drink, what relevant training or experience do you have? (optional)

If relevant, mention food hygiene, allergens, chilled stock or alcohol sales. Tell us where you’d need training or support.

What would you need from a franchise partner?

For example, product supply, stall equipment, training, marketing or help finding pitches.

I’m open to following agreed brand, product and customer service standards.

YLFM can contact me about this application and discuss possible introductions with me.