Notification
Introduction
Due to the transformation of the markets in Spring 2025 Somerset Council’s market team will not be accepting any new applications to trade at its weekly markets.
We operate and manage weekly stall markets in Somerset. These markets sell Somerset produce, food and drink, crafts and a range of general items. In addition, a Christmas market takes place in Wells leading up to the festive season.
Our markets
A diverse and varied selection of markets take place throughout the year across the towns in Somerset. To see all our markets that take place across Somerset, visit our Markets page.
Market rights
Somerset Council have the sole right to hold a market within Somerset. We do allow other markets to take place and ask that you contact the Events Team to find out if you need to apply for permission to hold a market. Email marketseast@somerset.gov.uk.
Trader information and documents
- Trader Pack Terms and Conditions (PDF 200KB)
- Food Trader Information (PDF 128KB)
- General Trader Information (PDF 113KB)
- Appendix 1 Market Logistics (PDF 157KB)
- Appendix 2 Severe Weather Protocol (PDF 143KB)
- Appendix 3 Trader Holiday Form (PDF 101KB)
- Appendix 4 Electric Form and Terms and Conditions (PDF 176KB)
- Appendix 5 Prohibited Goods (PDF 62.5KB)
- Appendix 6 Balance of Trade Policy (PDF 161KB)