We love to hear from those artisans who make, grow and do stuff themselves, or have something of interest that fits the Farmers Market.
So if you ‘fit’, then request an application form below.
But before you request a form - do you meet the market criteria?
First - have you been to the market? Please visit, as it will provide you with some understanding of how we operate and where you think you might fit in or not.
Are you are a Friend of the Market? We suggest you join up and receive a weekly newsletter that gives you all the latest on the weekly actions at the market.
You can apply for a casual site or a regular one. Most stallholders need to complete a four week discounted trial before they are accepted officially into the market. This four weeks provides you with ample time to find out if the market works for you and us time to find out if you work for the greater good of the market.
Whether you are just experimenting or well established we would love to hear from you if you line of things is not already well catered for. Some seasons you may have to go on the wait list if we are fully booked with our regulars.
WHAT KIND OF STALLHOLDER ARE YOU? Food, craft, plants? Please make sure you choose the right form below.
SPECIAL GUEST MARKETS ONLY? When you apply below; please specify which application form you are applying for.
We will then send you the application form along with our market specifications.
Before you request an application read through the criteria below to ensure you understand what is involved. ALL NEW STALLHOLDERS ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE A FOUR WEEK DISCOUNTED TRIAL PERIOD.
THE GROWER or FOOD ARTISAN or Artisan crafter is is the producer: The majority of our stallholders are the producers or growers of their products but we do allow for a very small number of on sellers if they offer a point of difference that complements the market. Being local is not enough on its own to qualify, We not accept francise or sellers on of items.
WHAT CAN YOU SELL? Ideally you. You stand literally behind what you produce or make! The market has earned an excellent reputation amongst markets over the years because of the quality of the stallholders. So you or someone close to you should have made what ever you want to sell. If you are selling on anything, ie you did not make it; you have to declare this on the application form. If you are simply selling something as part of a franchise please do not apply, this market is not for you. Preference is given to:
1. Good quality food.
2. Practical crafts that you have ideally made yourself.
3. Plants and trees and all garden related things that grow
4.Beautiful decorative hand made artisan products with a point of difference.
Artisan Crafts
Yes we do have crafts. There is a strict application process to ensure top quality at the market. We prefer handmade, bespoke, traditional methods of production and practical crafts.
We love plants and garden related things.
We love seasonal foods.
WHAT YOU MUST HAVE AS A STALLHOLDER:
A great product.
Commitment. If you are a year round stallholder, you must be committed. We operate in all weather even the bad and right through winter. This means turning up even when you think you know its going to be a lame day. We do make allowances for craft on bad weather days. Commitment is really important, we strongly believe for a market to succeed it must operate all year. If you only attend seasonally yourself its important you consider supporting the market by being a customer during your off season. We notice! We all love it when you do!
Dedication. Quality of your product is paramount.
Passion. It shows in what you do and your customers love it.
Friendly. Customers and fellow stallholders can become your friends.
A Gazebo. All stallholders must have one.
SPECIAL GUEST MARKET APPLICATION: Be a special guest!
We would love to hear from you if you are interested in applying for the very popular Special Markets only and you have something special. This application form is not the same as a regular application. You can be an ‘old’ stallholder, a new one, or just someone with something special, food, craft or plant. Sites for guests are limited.
The special markets for 2024/25 are:
Christmas Markets Fridays 13th Dec and 20th Dec
Summer Holiday Market Friday Dec 27th
Good Friday 18th Apri 2025
Winter Solstice Matariki Friday June 20th
Show day Nov 14th 2025
All other market related enquires are best dealt with in person at the market, this includes any concerns or complaints you may have but in the first instance email us.
We also do not encourage or engage in any feedback that is made via social media channels like Facebook.
Please specify in the subject line below which application form you are applying for and we will then send you your application.
We will get back to you as soon as we are able.
If you haven’t heard back from us after a week or so then send again, as sometimes your emails get lost. Thanks for your interest we look forward to hearing from you.
