NMTF

05/06/2026

Eastbourne Borough Market

Eastbourne Young Traders Market 2026 😎

Ellis Skelton Photography. – Winner of arts and crafts 🥇
MSP Wildlife Art – Highly commended runner up arts and crafts
VyshytoEmbroidery - Highly commended runner up arts and crafts


Elli's Edibles – Winner of produce and grocery 🥇
Brownie Alchemy – Highly commended runner up of grocery and produce
Jammie’s Sweets – Highly commended dunner up of grocery and produce

Plus a new award at Eastbourne - MP’s choice award which was presented to Emmie’s Designs 👏

Judges: Josh Bararinde MP and Christina Ewbank Chamber of Commerce CEO

Well done every who took part 🙌🙌🙌

Eastbourne Borough Council

04/06/2026

Mold Market

Mold Market have postponed their Young Traders Market date from Saturday 6th June 2026 to Saturday 20th June 2026 📆

Please keep an eye out on their socials for updates!

04/06/2026

Newbury Town Council Newbury Market

A succesful Young Traders Market held in Newbury 💙

Read about it below 👇

https://www.newbury.gov.uk/news/newbury-young-traders-market-celebrated-as-a-great-success/

Newbury Town Council has hailed the Newbury Young Traders Market a great success following a vibrant day of trading, community support, and entrepreneurial talent in the Market Place on Saturday 30 May alongside the regular Saturday market.

03/06/2026

The Blue Market Bermondsey

The Blue Market is hosting a Young Traders Market, this Saturday 6th June - 10am-4pm.

There are still a few places to trade - which is FREE!

Contact: [email protected] to book a last minute trading spot today - all equipment provided!

03/06/2026

.bakery is coming to The Blue Market Young Traders event on Saturday 6 June, so be sure to stop by and taste those delicious cakes.

About Young Traders Market project

Big Local Works, in partnership with the National Market Traders Federation (NMTF), is proud to host Young Traders Market at The Blue Market in Bermondsey in 2026. These events will take place on:
Saturday, 7th March, 11th April, 9th May, 6th June and 4th July

To apply, visit our website www.thebluemarket.co.uk/young-traders-market-2026

What is Young Traders Market?

The project, funded by the National Lottery Community Fund, aims to support new aspiring market traders by providing unique, real-life trading opportunities at our town centre market as well as access to business skills training and networking events.

The Young Traders Markets offer a unique platform for aspiring entrepreneurs aged 16–30 to showcase their talents and goods to the public, test their business ideas, and gain hands-on experience in a market environment.

We have successfully run this project for the past 2 years, and have seen more than 40 young entrepreneurs take part. This year each market event will offer up to six free stalls. Selected traders will receive a pitch, table, and gazebo at no cost, removing common barriers to entry and allowing them to focus on developing their business, building confidence, and engaging with new customers.

These events offer an opportunity for visitors to discover unique local items, support emerging entrepreneurs and enjoy the lively atmosphere of Bermondsey’s local market.

In addition to the market days, Big Local Works will host regular networking events open to young traders, market operators, and partner organisations.

01/06/2026

We’re Hiring – Membership Administration Officer (NMTF)

Are you organised, customer-focused, and great at communicating? Join our friendly Membership Office team and play a key role in keeping things running smoothly.

Excellent Holiday Package, Salary £25,000 rising to £26,500 following Successful Training Period.
✨ Full training provided

We’re looking for someone who is:
✔️ Customer-focused, organised, and calm under pressure
✔️ Confident on the phone and clear in written communication
✔️ Comfortable using Word and Excel with strong attention to detail
✔️ Happy working to deadlines in a busy office environment.

📩 How to apply
Send your CV and a brief cover note to [email protected] by 15/6/2026
Please use the subject line: Membership Administration Officer– Application

Know someone who would be perfect for this role?
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30/05/2026

Today’s local Young Trader Market in Stockton-on-Tees

30/05/2026

The South Wales Regional Final 2026 took place in Swansea today. Saturday 30th May. What a turn out, the public were out in the glorious sunshine to support the market and the young traders. A huge well done not just to the winners but every single young trader that took part today

The Winners
South Wales Trader of the Year - Bethany Coram

General Retail Winner - Katie Lambert, Classy canine creations
Highly Commended - Kathryn Davies, Keyki & Co

Arts & Crafts Joint Winners - Fiona Brunker, Fi’s Creative Creations / Bethany Coram, Coram Ceramics
Highly Commended - Nicola Davies, Nicola Davies Crafts

Grocery Winner - Courtney Thomas, Courtney’s cakes
Highly Commended - Tom Wickens, Plumstone Welshcakes
Highly Commended - Amy Morgan, Blondie Bites

Under 16 trader - Alfie Hendy, Cake Shack

People’s Choice - Philip Collins, Permanent Jewellery by Philip

30/05/2026

The young traders busy setting up this morning at Swansea Market taking part in the NMTF’s Young Traders Market South Wales Regional Final 2026.
The best of luck to all the young traders 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

29/05/2026

🩷!Retirement Day!🩷

Today we say goodbye to our lovely Lynne who has worked for the NMTF for 22 years. 🥰
You will be truly missed but we are so excited for you as you begin your new chapter.

Congratulations on an amazing career and best wishes for the future.

No more Monday morning alarms! 🤣