Setting up markets and events in town centres

What we can offer:

We can help you explore the possibility of setting up a new street market, by giving you information and connecting you with other areas that have established successful markets for you to learn from
Where people want to hold local events on the high street, we can provide information and, where appropriate, support to make these a success including helping to navigate the licensing and approval system
We will work with you to identify under utilised spaces around the town centre that could be used for testing new markets or street trading opportunities
We want to work alongside local traders and businesses to see an increase in constructive use of the public walkway. e.g. for café tables and chairs, or outdoor displays. Assisting those businesses that wish to utilise this whilst improving the experience and safety of shoppers and local residents

Visit our pages on street licensing and events licensing for information on how to:

express an interest in running an event that requires a Temporary Events Notice
get assistance in applications for licences for markets or other methods of street trading
discuss ideas about possible events that could be organised with partners to optimise and revitalise street trading

If you have any other queries, contact us at towncentres@barnet.gov.uk so we can direct you to the relevant person within the council.