NABMA

Social Media & Online Publicity for a Successful Christmas
2024-10-17 10:00 - 11:30 (Europe/London) | Virtual Event for Members
Practical tips to boost your online presence ahead of Christmas. Learn how to create engaging social media content. Use free and paid advertising effectively to reach your target audience and maximise visibility during the festive season.
Presenter: Ian Holmes

CPDs 2024-25Select which CPDs you wish to attend Community Value of Markets (22/04/2025, 10am)How many Attendees for Market Licencing ForumFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Attracting and Retaining New TradersFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Develop and Build a New MarketFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Food Safety on MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Community Value of MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailConfirm Booking

Market Licencing Forum
2024-11-12 10:30 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | Virtual Event for Members
Do you have a market licensing policy? Is it effective and how do you ensure compliance?
Have you considered introducing a market licensing policy? If so, what is stopping you?
Presenter: Graham Wilson OBE

CPDs 2024-25Select which CPDs you wish to attend Community Value of Markets (22/04/2025, 10am)How many Attendees for Market Licencing ForumFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Attracting and Retaining New TradersFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Develop and Build a New MarketFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Food Safety on MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Community Value of MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailConfirm Booking

Attracting and Retaining New Traders
2025-01-13 10:00 - 11:30 (Europe/London) | Virtual Event for Members
Managers constantly search for new ways to encourage new traders into their Markets. We hear from four case studies highlighting a variety of different methods, and learn how creative thinking can give you that edge.
Presenters: Julie Gimeno, Tina Benson, John Hatfield & Claire Haddock

CPDs 2024-25Select which CPDs you wish to attend Community Value of Markets (22/04/2025, 10am)How many Attendees for Market Licencing ForumFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Attracting and Retaining New TradersFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Develop and Build a New MarketFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Food Safety on MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Community Value of MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailConfirm Booking

One Day Conference 2025
2025-01-30 10:00 - 15:30 (Europe/London) | The Macdonald Burlington Hotel, Burlington Arcade, Birmingham, B2 4JQ, United Kingdom
NABMA Launches January Conference 2025
We are delighted to announce the details for our ever popular New Year Conference to be held on Thursday 30 January 2025.
The theme of the conference is ‘Your Market: Asset or Liability?’. We will also announce the Great British Market Awards 2025.
Conference Invitation Jan 2025
Download the PDF here

NABMA Conference 30 Jan 2025First NameLast NameEmailLocal Authority and / or Market NameAre you a NABMA, ATCM or NMTF Member? Yes NoConference Delegate (NABMA Member) (£175 + VAT = £210)Cost: £210.003 Conference Delegates (NABMA Member) (Special Discount £450 + VAT = £540)Cost: £540.004 Conference Delegates (NABMA Member) (Special Discount £600 + VAT = £720)Cost: £720.005 Conference Delegates (NABMA Member) (Special Discount £750 + VAT = £900)Cost: £900.00Number of NABMA DelegatesDelegate 1: First NameDelegate 1: Last NameDelegate 1 Email AddressDelegate 2: First NameDelegate 2: Last NameDelegate 2 Email AddressDelegate 3: First NameDelegate 3: Last NameDelegate 3 Email AddressDelegate 4: First NameDelegate 4: Last NameDelegate 4 Email AddressDelegate 5: First NameDelegate 5: Last NameDelegate 5 Email AddressConference Delegate (Non NABMA Member) (£250 + VAT = £300)Cost: £300.00Number of Non-Member DelegatesDelegate 1: First NameDelegate 1: Last NameDelegate 1 Email AddressDelegate 2: First NameDelegate 2: Last NameDelegate 2 Email AddressDelegate 3: First NameDelegate 3: Last NameDelegate 3 Email AddressDelegate 4: First NameDelegate 4: Last NameDelegate 4 Email AddressDelegate 5: First NameDelegate 5: Last NameDelegate 5 Email AddressNo payment items has been selected yetSelect Payment Method - Our Debit / Credit Card Payments are processed by NABMA Online Now by Credit or Debit Card - Pay securely with Card (Stripe) By Invoice per the instructions belowOnline Now by Credit or Debit Card - Pay securely with Card (Stripe)Information for Invoicing (Address, Additional Instructions) - Invoices will be sent for all bookings.Purchase Order Number (Enter "None" if not required)Confirm Booking

Develop and Build a New Market
2025-02-18 10:00 - 11:30 (Europe/London) | Virtual Event for Members
How do local authorities develop a new market?
Three case studies explain their strategy and justification for redevelopment.
Presenters: Andy Ward, Adele Thomas, Robbie Kerr & Allan Hartwell

CPDs 2024-25Select which CPDs you wish to attend Community Value of Markets (22/04/2025, 10am)How many Attendees for Market Licencing ForumFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Attracting and Retaining New TradersFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Develop and Build a New MarketFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Food Safety on MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Community Value of MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailConfirm Booking

Food Safety on Markets
2025-03-31 09:30 - 12:30 (Europe/London) | Virtual Event for Members
Gain a detailed understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements placed on food traders.
David Newsum, a food safety expert, gives a fascinating outline on the ever-increasing pressures around food standards.
Presenter: David Newsum

CPDs 2024-25Select which CPDs you wish to attend Community Value of Markets (22/04/2025, 10am)How many Attendees for Market Licencing ForumFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Attracting and Retaining New TradersFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Develop and Build a New MarketFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Food Safety on MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Community Value of MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailConfirm Booking

Community Value of Markets
2025-04-22 10:00 - 11:30 (Europe/London) | Virtual Event for Members
Why do we run markets?
It is not all about money. In this talk we highlight the enormous value that a market has in the local community.
Presenters: Myfanwy Taylor & Sara Gonzalez

CPDs 2024-25Select which CPDs you wish to attend Community Value of Markets (22/04/2025, 10am)How many Attendees for Market Licencing ForumFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Attracting and Retaining New TradersFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Develop and Build a New MarketFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Food Safety on MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Community Value of MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailConfirm Booking

Love Your Local Market 2025
2025-05-16 - 2025-05-31
The Love Your Local Market fortnight, has now been embraced by over 24 countries worldwide.
The next Love Your Local Market will take place in the UK on Friday 16th May to Saturday 31st May 2025.

As well as a celebration of markets, one of the key aims of the campaign is to offer opportunities for new businesses to try market trading for free or at a heavily discounted rate.

NABMA Legal Seminar
2025-05-20 10:00 - 12:30 (Europe/London) | Virtual Event for Members
Here is an opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding of the legal issues that underpin the operation of Markets. From the powers available to market operators to an outline of the importance of these powers and using a market licensing system. The seminar will address the different kinds of letting arrangements and the importance of proper consultation with traders. You will learn about the impact of VAT and Business Rates.
In addition to covering all the important issues affecting the operation of Markets, you will also have the chance to raise issues and network with other colleagues. The seminar will be hosted by Graham Wilson OBE, NABMA’s Legal and Policy Consultant and co-author of Pease and Chitty, the only textbook on market law.
The Seminar is limited to twenty places. It will be a virtual event to be held on the 20th May from 10 to 12.30. The cost is £75 plus VAT.
If you would like to attend, please register with marinaatherton@oswestry-tc.gov.uk.

Real Deal Week: Review & Renew
2025-07-17 10:00 - 11:30 (Europe/London) | Virtual Event for Members
Free Online Training Event via Zoom for NABMA Members
Thursday, 17 July 2025
10:00am to 11:30am
“Real Deal and Its Importance to Your Market and Your Community”
A highly practical and interactive session designed to provide market operators with essential information to deter rogue traders and keep your market fake-free.
Introduction by NABMA
Session One: Matthew Knowles
In the first part of the seminar, Matthew Knowles will provide an overview of IP crime, relevant legislation, and the role of trading standards in protecting your market, shoppers, traders, and the local community.
He will explain how the organised criminal networks involved in the global trade in fake goods are connected to other forms of criminality, including stolen goods and other illicit products that—without appropriate preventative measures—can find their way onto UK markets.
Using examples of counterfeit items seized in the UK, he will highlight serious safety hazards and share tips to equip market staff with practical know-how on how to spot a fake.
Session Two: Patricia Lennon
Patricia Lennon will explain how the Real Deal Campaign offers practical guidance, solutions, and resources to market operators to help deter rogue traders.
Q&A
An opportunity for attendees to ask questions.
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Bookings are now closed for this event.

NABMA Annual AGM & Conference 2025
2025-09-23 09:30 - 2025-09-24 14:00 UTC | Crowne Plaza Stratford Upon Avon, Bridge Foot, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6YR, CV37 6YR, United Kingdom
Join us at the Premier Markets Conference of the Year for Market Operators offering an opportunity to catch up, learn and network about what is happening in the markets industry
NABMA is delighted to return to Stratford-upon-Avon, a most popular venue with our delegates, for our AGM and Conference 2025. The theme of our Conference is ‘Markets Connecting Communities’.
The NABMA Markets First Campaign 2023/25 set priority areas that included examining the wider impact of markets. Our research and performance network reinforced the importance of the community aspect of markets, and we are encouraged that this is being recognised by government.
Firstly, the importance of markets connecting communities has been endorsed by the House of Lords last year in their Report ‘High Streets: Life beyond retail?’ It concludes that markets can boost footfall on high streets and contribute to the unique character of towns and small cities across the country. In addition, they not only contribute to local economies but can also act as catalysts for the high street brands of tomorrow.
Secondly, the fact that markets can play a lead role in connecting communities can be advocated as opportunities within the government publication of its prospectus, Plan for Neighbourhoods 2025 with many aspirations that markets can help meet embracing busy high streets and local amenities.
Our Conference will set out to explore how markets connect with communities that then relate to national policies, strategies, performance and investment, and as drivers of change.
Can you afford not to be part of the discussion at Stratford upon Avon as market professionals come together to learn, network, share experiences and look to the future of the industry that we are all proud to represent.
The 2025 conference returns to the Crowne Plaza in Stratford-Upon-Avon.

Fully booked – No rooms available | Full Conference – AGM and Conference, lunches, receptions, welcome buffet, Gala Awards Dinner, and overnight accommodation Tuesday (incl breakfast) (£350 + VAT = £420)
Tuesday Conference only including lunch (£150 + VAT = £180)
Wednesday Conference only including lunch (£100 + VAT = £120)
Gala Dinner Ticket only (£75 + VAT = £90)

Bookings are now closed for this event.

Market Licensing Forum
2025-11-20 10:30 - 12:00 (Europe/London)
This Forum will seek to build on previous meetings and, in particular, consider application and decision making procedures and reasons for refusing applications.
We also want to examine charging arrangements and potential conflicts between NABMA members.
The discussions will be led by Graham Wilson OBE, NABMA’s Legal and Policy Consultant, with contributions from members with their details of their own market licensing arrangements and personal experience.
Bookings are now closed for this event.

One Day Conference 2026
2026-02-05 10:00 - 15:30 (Europe/London) | The Macdonald Burlington Hotel, Burlington Arcade, Birmingham, B2 4JQ, United Kingdom
NABMA One Day Conference 2026
What’s Next for Markets: Supporting Change and Devolution
The government is advancing an ambitious new round of local government reorganisation, a process that will replace two-tier local government – comprising county councils and district councils – with a new single tier of unitary authorities. The agenda will have a huge impact on NABMA members, and NABMA as the voice of markets itself. Our Conference sets out to highlight potential risks and opportunities for local government as leaders embed these new authorities and transform local public services.
Early booking available below.

NABMA Conference 5 Feb 2026First NameLast NameEmailLocal Authority and / or Market NameAre you a NABMA, ATCM or NMTF Member? Yes NoConference Delegate (NABMA Member) (£175 + VAT = £210)Cost: £210.003 Conference Delegates (NABMA Member) (Special Discount £450 + VAT = £540)Cost: £540.004 Conference Delegates (NABMA Member) (Special Discount £600 + VAT = £720)Cost: £720.005 Conference Delegates (NABMA Member) (Special Discount £750 + VAT = £900)Cost: £900.00Number of NABMA DelegatesDelegate 1: First NameDelegate 1: Last NameDelegate 1 Email AddressDelegate 2: First NameDelegate 2: Last NameDelegate 2 Email AddressDelegate 3: First NameDelegate 3: Last NameDelegate 3 Email AddressDelegate 4: First NameDelegate 4: Last NameDelegate 4 Email AddressDelegate 5: First NameDelegate 5: Last NameDelegate 5 Email AddressConference Delegate (Non NABMA Member) (£250 + VAT = £300)Cost: £300.00Number of Non-Member DelegatesDelegate 1: First NameDelegate 1: Last NameDelegate 1 Email AddressDelegate 2: First NameDelegate 2: Last NameDelegate 2 Email AddressDelegate 3: First NameDelegate 3: Last NameDelegate 3 Email AddressDelegate 4: First NameDelegate 4: Last NameDelegate 4 Email AddressDelegate 5: First NameDelegate 5: Last NameDelegate 5 Email AddressNo payment items has been selected yetSelect Payment Method - Our Debit / Credit Card Payments are processed by NABMA Online Now by Credit or Debit Card - Pay securely with Card (Stripe) By Invoice per the instructions belowOnline Now by Credit or Debit Card - Pay securely with Card (Stripe)Information for Invoicing (Address, Additional Instructions) - Invoices will be sent for all bookings.Purchase Order Number (Enter "None" if not required)Confirm Booking
