Thank you so much for your interest in trading at a Crafty Fox Market!

How Our Trader Selection Works

To give as many independent businesses as possible the chance to take part, we don't offer standing or repeat trading slots. Instead, we curate a fresh lineup of traders for every market — so we ask businesses to apply separately for each event they'd like to attend.

When and Where are the markets?

Check out our events page for the latest dates. Currently we have markets at The Crossing King’s Cross in April, July and December and at The British Library in May and November as well as a number of one off special events as venues such as The Royal Academy of Arts , The National Theatre and Two Temple Place. We also host multi-day festival markets in August at Shambala and We Out Here festivals.

How to Apply

Calls for traders are announced via our mailing list and social media channels. Applications typically open around two to three months before each market and remain open for two weeks. For our Christmas Markets, we plan further ahead — trader applications usually open in late July or early August.

Member Early Access

Members of Crafty Fox Market get exclusive early access to applications — one week before they open to everyone else. We also guarantee members at least one of their requested trading slots per season (Spring/Summer or Autumn/Winter). To find out more about membership and its benefits, click here.

Who We're Looking For

A typical Crafty Fox Market trader is a sole trader offering a small range of distinctive, affordable products. We look for items with a handmade element — whether made by you directly or produced in small runs in the UK from your original designs.

To get a feel for the market's aesthetic, browse our Instagram or come along to one of our markets!

Frequently Asked Questions – Market Trading

1. What do I need to include in the application form?

The application is straightforward. We ask you to tell us a bit about your work and share a link where we can view images of your products — this could be your website, social media, or a photo-sharing platform.

We’re unable to review applications without product images. If you don’t have a website, that’s absolutely fine, but we do need a link to view your work online. Unfortunately, we can’t accept images sent by email due to the volume of applications we receive.

2. Do you accept food and drink traders?

Our markets primarily focus on contemporary craft, design, and artists. At present, we don’t accept applications from food and drink traders, including confectionery and gift-style baked goods.

3. How much does a stall cost?

We work hard to keep stall fees accessible. Costs vary depending on the venue and event, but typically range from £70–£99 per market day.

4. Can I share a stall with another trader?

We don’t currently offer shared tables at our venues.

5. What happens if my application is unsuccessful?

We usually receive around four times more applications than available stalls, so please don’t be discouraged if you’re not selected.

We review all applications after the closing date and respond to everyone by email, whether successful or not.

6. Can you give feedback on unsuccessful applications?

Due to the volume of applications, we’re unable to provide individual feedback.

7. I’m interested in running a workshop. What should I do?

We’d love to hear from you. Please email us with details of your workshop idea, including what it involves, ticket pricing, the market date you’re interested in, and examples of previous workshops if available.

8. How are the markets promoted and how many visitors attend?

Our markets typically attract 1,000–1,500 visitors per event, with a loyal and engaged audience.

We promote each market through our social media channels, press partnerships, and both online and offline media coverage. We also distribute flyers and posters locally ahead of each event and encourage traders to help spread the word through their own networks.

9. Can I distribute flyers for my shop or event at the market?

Please contact us in advance to arrange this. Flyer distribution is a chargeable service, and any materials left without permission will be removed.

10. Do I need public liability insurance?

Yes. All traders must hold public liability insurance with a minimum cover of £5 million to trade at our markets.