Trade at a market

Braintree and Witham are two historic market towns, both with traditional style markets every week set in the heart of the town centres.

We’re looking for enthusiastic traders to join our traditional markets community, either on a Wednesday or Saturday, or both in Braintree. Witham traditional market is held on a Saturday.

Are you a ‘small crafter or maker’?  Do you have something unique to sell? Do you live within Braintree District? Are you rurally located? We’re looking for new traders, young entrepreneurs and businesses to trade with us. So, if you think you fit the bill, we’d love for you to join us. If you are interested in trialling our weekly Traditional Market, drop us an email and get in touch! For more information please email streetmarket@braintree.gov.uk 

You’ll be surrounded by local heritage, shops and churches. It is also a chance to build networks and partnerships with the  local high street business community, including residents and visitors.

Apply to trade

To apply you will need:

• your name, address and contact details
• your email address
• measurements for your stall in meters 
• your electricity requirements including:
  • all electric appliances and maximum wattage, and copies of PAT test certificates
  • a copy of your gas safety certificates for any gas appliances
• a copy of your health and safety policy
• a copy of your completed risk assessment including references to Covid 19 if applicable or method statement
• a copy of your public liability insurance certificate, you will be unable to complete the online form without this documentation. This is mandatory for all traders to trade with us, and must be a minimum of £5 Million indemnity cover.
• Food Traders please allow 28 days for our Environmental Team to process Food Stall Assessment form. This applies to all new and existing traders on a yearly basis. Once the booking form has been completed, you will be directed via the web site.
• any other Traders, please allow a minimum of 14 days to process booking forms.
• You must also read our terms and conditions, as you will have to accept these before you submit your application.

You must pay for your pitch in cash on the day of the market. The Market Supervisor will visit you at your pitch and collect your payment.