FAQs for Attendees
Is the market free to attend? Do I need a ticket?
Yes! It’s free to attend. You do not need a ticket to enter, just show up.
Can I bring my dog to the market?
Yes, in most cases, absolutely. We try to be as dog-friendly as possible, and when we’re able to we welcome pups with open paws. Some of our events and venues are not dog-friendly though, so please do double check individual event listings to be sure. When you do bring your dog, please make sure you keep them on a short lead at all times, and be mindful of other guests and stallholders, including their delicate products. We don’t want any accidental breakages.
Can I bring my baby, child, or buggy to the market?
While under 18s are allowed at most of our events, please note that our markets are often very busy, may be in locations that have heavy equipment and vehicles, often include alcoholic drinks, and are also always dog friendly. The exception to this is the Swap Shop which is unfortunately not suitable for children or pushchairs. If you need specific info about how buggy-friendly one of our events are, don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Is the market wheelchair friendly?
We want our events to be as accessible for everyone as possible. If you need any specific info about the accessibility of an event, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us and we can provide more in-depth information. Do also check the blog post for each event too, as there’s usually more info there.
Our venue at Gipsy Hill Brewery is on the ground floor and is completely flat, so all areas including the bathrooms are accessible with step-free access.
Our venue at Battersea Power Station has multiple lifts and the floor is completely flat and smooth. The market and bathrooms are accessible with step-free access.
Our venue at Selfridges is on the ground floor and has step-free access.
Do the traders take cash or card?
Almost all of our traders accept card. You may want to bring cash with you as well, just in case.
Is there food and drink at your markets?
Yes! All of our markets will have an element of food and drink.
Will the market be busy?
Probably! We usually have queues of keen beans waiting for the market to open, and are often very busy through-out the day. If you’ve got your eye on something specific, we’d recommend getting there early.
I have an allergy, what should I do?
The market is likely to have food and beverage vendors, as well as a range of other products that may include allergens or ingredients that could cause an allergic reaction. While we ask all vendors to make customers aware of potential allergens, as an attendee of the market it is your responsibility to alert us and stallholders to any allergies you have, and to take the necessary precautions to keep yourself safe.
How do I get to the market?
Our markets are hosted in multiple locations in South London. Travel information can be found on the blog post for each of our events, so do check there for more info!
Are there different traders at each market?
Yes! We have different line-ups of traders for every single one of our events, meaning you can come to as many as you like and still discover something new and exciting! Ahead of each market we post the full line-up of brands you’ll expect to find at each date over on our blog, so check there for the full list.
Will Daisy & Liv be at the market?
Yes, we absolutely will be. We stand on the door for the vast majority of most markets to welcome you all in with a cheesy grin. It’s so important to us to meet, greet and connect with you all; we love a chat and, love to see what you’ve bought!
Will Lenny be at the market?
Len prefers the finer things in life, and that involves not doing too much work. While we’re busy setting up and trading, he’ll be snoozing and pootling around at home! But like any true star, he might make an appearance for a few minutes throughout the day. Just to check up on us, and to snag some snacks.
Are there any Ts&Cs when attending your events?
Yes. We have a full list of our terms and conditions on our website here. Please make sure you have read them before attending our events.
FAQs for Stallholders
I’d like to apply for a spot at the market. How do I do that?
Drop us your application via our online form, make sure your website, social media and store front are all up to date and looking their best. Keep your application short but sweet, and tell us any key fact nuggets, USPs, along with basic info like your Instagram handle and a link to your shop. We want to hear from brands of all shapes and sizes.
What dates are you currently booking for?
You’ll find all market dates that we’re currently booking for over on our Applications Page! Any dates not listed there are either fully booked or are not open for applications.
I haven’t heard back from you, what does that mean?
We’re so sorry but because of high application numbers we’re only able to reply to successful applications; we really do appreciate every single one though. If your brand is right for the market, we’ll reply to your application with everything you need to book your spot.
My application wasn’t successful. What do you recommend, and can you give me feedback on why?
There are lots of different reasons why an application might not be successful, unfortunately we can’t give individual feedback but start by reviewing your application and checking you put all your best products, key fact nuggets and biggest successes in there. If you think your application could have been better or included more info, update it and try again. Think about whether your website, social media or product offering could be refreshed or updated. Do they reflect your brand and showcase your best work? You may also like to double check we are booking brands from your category for that specific event, which you can do so on our Applications Page.
Do you have a waiting list for fully-booked events?
We’re so sorry but we do not operate a waiting list for fully booked events.
I booked my space but can no longer make that date, can I have a refund, or switch dates?
Unfortunately no. As we as we make clear on our Ts&Cs, on our applications page and in our offer email, we are not able to offer refunds on market spots and we are not able to switch you into a different market date. All market spot bookings are final with no exception. This is not to be difficult or unfair, but just to enable us to manage the large number of brands we work with in a fair way.
Can I have a helper with me at my market stall?
You can have two people total at your market stall. Anyone at your stall must be aged 18+.
Can I bring my dog, baby or young child with me when I sell at the market?
Unfortunately because of the busy nature of our events, and the fact that we often operate at venues with heavy equipment, it’s not suitable for you to have a baby, young child or dog with you at your market stall. Anyone helping you at your market stall at any time needs to be 18+. We’re sorry for any inconvenience this causes, we just want to keep everyone safe and happy.
What equipment can I use for my stall set-up?
We guarantee the use of one table OR one rail per brand only. We can supply your table but if you’d rather use a rail you will need to supply this. The tables are usually 140cm x 70cm but this may differ from venue-to-venue. If you require any additional equipment other than the use of one table or one rail, this needs to be approved by us first, so please email us with ample time ahead of market day. At events we expect to be busy, particularly the Sample Sale, we will not be able to accommodate any additional equipment.
Can you provide me with a table to trade from?
Yes, we can provide one table per brand, which is generally 140 cm x 70cm. We take no responsibility for the equipment we provide, so if you’d rather supply your own table of the same size that’s absolutely fine. Please just let us know ahead of market day. As these are fold-out trestle tables, please make sure these are extended fully before you put your products on top of them.
Can I use two tables, an art browser, or additional equipment in my stall set-up?
Your spot at the market includes guaranteed use of one table only, which we can supply. We cannot guarantee use of any additional equipment. This is because our events are size-restricted and we need to make sure every brand has a fair amount of space. We also need to make sure there are no trip hazards. If you’d like to use any additional or different equipment this will need to be approved by us first so please email us with ample time ahead of the market. At events we expect to be busy, particularly the Sample Sale, we will not be able to accommodate any additional equipment.
What time can I set up my stall from?
Generally two hours before the market starts but check the info pack we sent you for specific times.
Do I need a payment terminal? Do you provide one? Can you recommend one?
Most transactions are done via card so we’d recommend bringing a card payment terminal. We do not provide payment terminals, you’ll need to bring your own. We use an iZettle and recommend it.
What Public Liability Insurance do you recommend?
As per the terms of our own insurance, and our Ts&Cs, we require every brand we work with to have valid Public Liability Insurance, which we need to see ahead of market day. We are unfortunately unable to give advice about PLI.
Is there parking? Where can I park to drop off my items?
There will be specific info about parking in the pack of info we’ve sent you so do check there. Please note we take no responsibility for your car so also suggest you check local parking and permit rules.
Are there any Ts&Cs when taking part in your events?
Yes. We have a full list of our terms and conditions, which you agree to when you book your space at our market, on our website here. Please read them before applying.
FAQs for Collaborations and partnerships
I work at a venue and would like to have Salad Days Market pop-up there
Thank you so much for thinking of us! Unfortunately we are currently booked up until spring 2024, so wouldn’t be able to look at working with any new venues until next year. Drop us an email next year when we’d love to hear from you. In the first instance we are looking for large indoor London-based venues, we are not able to operate outside.
I’d like collaborate with Salad Days Market on an event
That’s amazing, and so cool you would think of us! Unfortunately we are currently fully booked until spring 2024 so it’s unlikely we’d be able to take on any additional projects right now. Drop us an email next year when we’d love to hear from you. In the first instance we are only looking to work on large indoor London-based events, we are not able to operate outside.
Does Salad Days Market collaborate on any brand partnerships?
Yes, we sometimes collaborate with other brands on paid advertising partnerships. We only work with third party brands a couple of times a year if they are products we know and love, and would recommend to our audience. If you’d like to get in touch about a possible advertising collaboration please drop us an email at hello (@) saladdaysmarket.co.uk
I haven’t heard back from you, what does that mean?
Unfortunately because it’s only the two of us who run the business, we are only able to respond to collaboration and partnership requests that we can work on. If we haven’t been back in touch it’s because we’re unable to work on the partnership right now. Thank you so much for thinking of us though, we really appreciate it.