Welcome to the community, we’re looking forward to Market Day!

Please read prior to trading with Meanwood Market

Should you have any further questions or queries that are not answered here, please contact Leah at meanwoodmarket@gmail.com.

Top-tips for trading with Meanwood Market..

  • Successes beyond sales

    Although important, a successful market isn’t just about sales on market day. Make sure you’re celebrating social media follows, newsletter sign-ups, custom commissions, and valuable customer feedback. These connections often lead to future opportunities and bigger sales over time. Keep your energy high, your network growing, and remember: today’s hello could be tomorrow’s biggest order!

  • Example: Tru Soap Co

    Stall/Visual Merchandising

    A visually inspiring stall invites customers in. Use height, props, and creative displays to help people imagine your products in their homes or lives. Full, well-curated displays sell better — take inspiration from your favourite shops and keep your setup refreshed and exciting throughout the day. This will evoke the quality of your products to our customers!

  • Bundles & Gifting

    Make shopping easy and irresistible by bundling products or offering gift-ready options. Simple gift wrap, cards, or “buy more, save more” deals create quick, thoughtful purchases for customers — and boost your sales. It’s all about adding value and making your stall the most convenient choice!

  • Pricing

    Offer a range of price points so everyone can shop with you - and make they’re visible! If a customer buys your smallest item, it's still a huge compliment — they couldn’t leave without something! Often, smaller purchases build customer loyalty and lead to larger, future sales. Accessibility is key to long-term success! Although it’s always wise to have a “kitty” if customers want to buy with cash, but majority of customers will want to pay on card so it’s best to be on hand to take card payments!

  • Market Day Etiquette

    Your best sales tool is you! Greet customers warmly, always be visible and stand when/if you can, and engage with genuine smiles. Use downtime smartly for creating content, but remember: if you look busy on your phone, customers may feel unwelcome. Stay present, positive, and make your stall an open invitation to chat always!

  • Preparing for All Weather

    Markets happen rain or shine - unless we have extreme weather! Dress in layers to adjust easily as the temperature changes. In colder months, hand and foot warmers, sturdy footwear, and a flask of something hot are lifesavers. Comfort keeps you energised — and happier traders make for happier customers!