With just one week until Love Your Local Market 2025 launches on Friday 16th May, now is the time to make sure your market is ready to join the national celebration — proudly themed Made by Markets.
FREE TRADER INSURANCE for Love Your Local Market 2025
We’re pleased to confirm that G M Imber & Sons Ltd, in partnership with NABMA, will once again be providing free Public Liability Insurance for new traders taking part in Love Your Local Market 2025.
This generous offer helps reduce the barriers for first-time traders and encourages fresh enterprise on our high streets — supporting our shared mission to make markets accessible, welcoming, and full of opportunity.
What’s Included
- Free Public Liability cover for new traders during LYLM 2025
- Cover period: 16 May to 1 June 2025
- Fully funded and arranged by G M Imber & Sons Ltd
- Available for up to 250 traders on a first-come, first-served basis
Who Can Apply
- First-time or new traders taking part in LYLM 2025
- Traders not selling hot food or using naked flames (due to insurer restrictions)
Unfortunately, traders operating stalls or trailers with hot food or open flames are not eligible under this group policy.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted by market operators (not traders directly).
To apply, visit:
https://loveyourlocalmarket.nabma.com/free-insurance-for-traders-during-lylm/
Once submitted, details will be sent directly to G M Imber & Sons Ltd to be included in the group policy.
Questions?
Please contact: sven.imber@gmisl.co.uk
Thank You to G M Imber & Sons Ltd
We sincerely thank G M Imber & Sons Ltd for continuing to support this important initiative. Their contribution helps ensure that new traders feel confident, supported, and protected as they take their first steps into market trading.
Let’s continue to celebrate what’s made by markets — and support the next generation of traders.
Zapp and Love Your Local Market: A Partnership Made by Markets
NABMA is proud to announce that Zapp will once again serve as the headline sponsor for Love Your Local Market 2025, marking an incredible fifth consecutive year of collaboration between two champions of UK markets.
Get Ready for Love Your Local Market 2025
We’re excited to officially launch the theme and branding for Love Your Local Market 2025 — and we’re inviting YOU to get involved as we build up to this year’s campaign, taking place from Friday 16th May to Saturday 31st May 2025.
Love Your Local Market Campaign 2024: A Vibrant Celebration
The Love Your Local Market Campaign (LYLM) 2024 has been a spectacular success, turning local markets into bustling hubs of activity and fun! This year’s campaign has exceeded all expectations, showcasing the resilience and importance of local commerce through a variety of engaging activities and widespread participation.
Engagement Soars as Love Your Local Market 2024 Kicks Off
The Love Your Local Market (LYLM) campaign has officially launched, and the response has been nothing short of phenomenal.
Love Your Local Market Kicks Off with a Buzzing First Weekend
The Love Your Local Market 2024 campaign launched with vibrant energy, showcasing bustling markets and creative events.
European Delegates Gather in Chester for Prestigious International Market Campaign Launch
Delegates from across Europe converged on the historic city of Chester on Saturday, 4th May 2024, for the grand launch of the International Love Your Local Market Campaign.
Free Public Liability Insurance for Market Traders During LYLM Fortnight!
Thanks to the generous support of G M Imber & Sons Ltd, we are thrilled to announce that we can once again offer free public liability insurance for traders participating in Love Your Local Market (LYLM) fortnight.
The insurance policy, sponsored by G M Imber & Sons Ltd, will cover up to 250 traders. Don’t miss out on this opportunity! If you’re interested, please get in touch with Matthew Imber at matt.imber@gmisl.co.uk or Sven Imber at sven.imber@gmisl.co.uk and provide the following details:
- Name of trader
- Trader’s address
- Trader’s contact number
- Goods they will be selling
Please note: Insurance cover cannot be provided for hot food traders selling from stalls or vans.
Market Managers, we kindly request that you send the list of traders to be covered all at once rather than individually.
NABMA extends its sincere appreciation to our longstanding friends and sponsors, G M Imber & Sons, for their invaluable support, which is a vital part of LYLM.
Zapp Continues to Add “Zip” to Love Your Local Market in 2024!
NABMA Proudly Announces Zapp’s Renewed Sponsorship for the Love Your Local Market Campaign, Marking the Fourth Consecutive Year of Collaboration.
NABMA, the driving force behind the UK’s beloved Love Your Local Market Campaign, is excited to declare that Zapp will continue as the major sponsor for the fourth consecutive year.
Zapp, renowned for its market stalls and accessories crafted from over three decades of market expertise, has been a steadfast supporter, offering a comprehensive range of market essentials including umbrellas, folding tables, and support systems.
“The Love Your Local Market Campaign is set to soar to new heights with Zapp’s unwavering support,” remarked David Preston, Chief Executive of NABMA. “Their commitment enhances our efforts to entice fresh traders and reignite consumer interest in local markets.”
Scheduled from Friday 17th May to Saturday 1st June 2024, this year’s campaign bears the theme “Celebrating Local Markets”. With Zapp’s backing, NABMA anticipates another year of record-breaking engagement and nationwide participation.
“We take immense pride in extending our partnership with the Love Your Local Market Campaign,” stated Mark Parry, Head of Zapp. “As stalwarts in the market industry, we eagerly anticipate contributing to the campaign’s success, fostering innovation, and welcoming new traders.”
About Love Your Local Market 2024:
Join the celebration of this year’s LOVE YOUR LOCAL MARKET campaign, hosted by the National Association of British Market Authorities.
Running from Friday 17th May to Saturday 1st June 2024, #LYLM2024 invites markets nationwide to attract fresh traders and underscore the vital role of markets within local communities.
Now in its 13th year, the Love Your Local Market Campaign has garnered global recognition, celebrated in over 24 countries. Market events, promotions, and special offers abound during the campaign period, encouraging all to explore their local markets.
For more information about the Love Your Local Market Campaign, visit the official website: loveyourlocalmarket.nabma.com.
Discover Zapp’s exceptional products and commitment to market excellence by visiting their website: zappumbrellas.com.