Ely Farmers’ Market Celebrates 25 Years at the Heart of the Community
Ely Farmers’ Market is marking a major milestone this year — celebrating 25 years as a cornerstone of the city’s vibrant marketplace tradition.
Celebrate Diwali with a Lantern Decorating Workshop at Darley Street Market
Families are invited to join a special Diwali lantern decorating workshop at Bradford’s Darley Street Market on Saturday 18 October, celebrating the Festival of Lights with creativity and colour.
Voting Now Open: Britain’s Favourite Market 2026
The Great British Market Awards 2026, proudly sponsored by Market Place, are now officially live! Organised by NABMA – The Voice of Markets, these nationall ...
Seven Sisters Market reopens under management of Market Place
North London’s iconic Seven Sisters Market, has officially reopened after five years of closure. The market closed in 2020 due to safety concerns. Since the ...
Community Creativity Shines at Darley Street Market
A vibrant new piece of public art has been unveiled at Darley Street Market in Bradford — a colourful installation of over 120 ceramic tiles created by visitors during the market’s opening weekend in July.
Celebrating Excellence: 2025 Diplomas in Market Administration Awarded
NABMA was proud to present the Diplomas in Market Administration during the 2025 NABMA Conference in Stratford-upon-Avon.
Celebrating Excellence: NABMA Market Awards 2025 Winners Revealed
On 23rd September 2025, the National Association of British Market Authorities (NABMA) celebrated the presentation of the NABMA Market Awards during its Annual Conference and AGM
NABMA AGM and Conference 2025 – Welcoming Sponsor Edge IT Systems
We are pleased to welcome back Edge IT Systems as a NABMA sponsor. Their commitment to supporting markets through digital innovation is helping to modernise operations across the UK.
NABMA AGM and Conference 2025 – Welcoming Our Headline Sponsor Market Place
We are proud to acknowledge the long-standing partnership between NABMA and our principal sponsor, Market Place.
NABMA AGM and Conference 2025 – Welcoming Our Headline Sponsor VITABRI
As we prepare for the NABMA AGM and Conference 2025, excitement is building around our Market Place Exhibition
A Whole New Chapter for West Bromwich as New Indoor Market Opens
West Bromwich’s brand-new indoor market has officially opened on High Street, drawing huge crowds and creating a real buzz in the town centre.
Preston Markets to Celebrate 150 Years Under Iconic Victorian Canopy
Preston Markets is preparing to celebrate an incredible milestone this August—150 years since the construction of its iconic Victorian canopy, which has stood ...
A Week of Real Deal Inspiration: Supporting Safe, Fair and Trusted Markets
Throughout Real Deal Week 2025, NABMA has celebrated its long-standing partnership with the Real Deal Campaign for Fake-Free Markets, which began in 2008 and c ...
Protecting Your Market: Lessons from the Real Deal Virtual Event
As part of Real Deal Week 2025, NABMA hosted a practical and interactive online session titled “Real Deal and Its Importance to Your Market and Your Community” on Thursday 17 July.
Is It Time to Renew Your Real Deal Commitment?
NABMA is encouraging all members to confirm their ongoing commitment to fake-free trading by either signing the Real Deal Charter for the first time or renewing and re-promoting their existing Real Deal status.
How Chelmsford Market Joined the Real Deal and Strengthened Community Trust
Chelmsford City Council is one of the latest markets to sign the Real Deal Charter, and their story highlights just how accessible and impactful joining the campaign can be.
Real Deal Week 2025: Celebrating a Safer, Fairer Market Industry
This week, NABMA proudly launches Real Deal Week 2025, a celebration of a national campaign that has protected UK markets from counterfeit goods and unfair trading for more than 15 years.
Real Deal 2025 – ‘Review and Renew’
NABMA is delighted to announce a celebration of its long-standing partnership with Real Deal, featuring a week of information, case studies, and discussions fr ...
NABMA Launches 2025 Market Industry Awards to Celebrate Excellence
The National Association of British Market Authorities (NABMA) has officially launched its annual Market Industry Awards for 2025, calling on individuals across the UK to help shine a spotlight on the very best in the sector.
Love Your Local Market Champions 2025 Announced!
This year’s celebrations brought people together like never before, and we’re proud to reveal the official LYLM Champions for 2025 — highlighting the markets that truly embraced the spirit of #MadeByMarkets.
Made by Markets: LYLM 2025 Unites the Nation in a Celebration of Community, Creativity, and Commerce
The 2025 Love Your Local Market (LYLM) campaign has drawn to a close after an incredible two weeks of vibrant activity, record-breaking engagement, and heartwarming celebration.
Love Your Local Market 2025 is Thriving! Let’s Keep the Momentum Going
As we step into the second week of Love Your Local Market 2025, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has helped make this year’s campaign such a tremendous success so far.
A Phenomenal Start: LYLM2025 Celebrated in Every Corner of the Country
The first weekend of Love Your Local Market 2025 has been nothing short of phenomenal. With hundreds of markets across the UK already taking part, the campaign has launched with remarkable creativity, community energy, and public engagement.
Love Your Local Market 2025 Has Officially Begun!
Love Your Local Market 2025 is now LIVE — and we can’t wait to celebrate everything that makes UK markets so special!