Private market operator licences

You need a private operator licence to operate a market with 5 or more pitches in Southwark, whether it’s on public or private land.

Applying for a private market operator licence

Complete the application for a market operator licence:

• for locations near the River Thames or main transport locations use the tier 1 application form
• for all other locations across the borough use the tier 2 application form

Other licences you may need

You need a temporary event notice (TEN) to sell alcohol at your market.

Operators must ensure that all food stalls at your market are registered food businesses. They also need the right food and hygiene certificates.

Operators also need to make sure all waste is removed from the market.

Fees

You may get a discount if you can show the market has a connection with charities or if it has non-professional traders.

The market’s street trading manager must approve any discounts. You can contact them on streettrading@southwark.gov.uk.