We'd like to thank our market traders for their continued cooperation as we progress improvement to Retford Market and implement updated operating procedures.
This page provides details of forthcoming work to consider revised layout options, the engagement opportunities available and how you can share feedback.
Setting Up Two Revised Layout Options
We will be setting up two revised market layout options, on non-market days, across two consecutive weeks, on the following dates:
- Layout A - Saturday 14 February (evening set-up) until Wednesday 18 February
- Layout B - Saturday 21 February (evening set-up) until Wednesday 25 February
Opportunities to Speak with Officers
Public Engagement
Officers will host a stall on the market on Tuesday 17 and Wednesday 18 February, then Tuesday 24 and Wednesday 25 February between 10am and 2pm.
Trader Engagement
Traders are welcome to attend the public sessions; however, officers will also visit traders directly at their stalls on the following market days as we know you are likely to have other trading commitments on the Tuesday and Wednesday dates:
- Saturday 21 February
- Thursday 26 February
- Friday 27 February
Visits will take place from 12:30pm.
The historic market town of Retford was granted its first charter (the right to hold a fair) by King Henry III in 1246 and this was extended in 1275 By King Edward I to allow a Saturday Market a tradition that continues today.
The very popular open-air market is held in the market square each Thursday and Saturday against the backdrop of fine Georgian buildings. On Friday’s, browsers can seek out bargains at the Antique and Collectors Market.
[Please Note: Bassetlaw District Council are not responsible, have no control over posts and have no affiliation with the Facebook Page 'Retford Friday Antiques Market']
On the third Saturday of every month, Retford plays host to a popular Farmers’ Market and a Craft Market. On the Farmers' Market you will find a variety of locally grown produce including fruit and vegetables, jams, meat, honey, ice creams, dairy produce and freshly prepared food and drink is on sale. Whilst on our Craft Market there are a number of traders selling a wide variety or handcrafted items, including jewellery, greetings cards and many more craft items.
The markets will open to the public at 8.30 am until 2.30 pm.
Your local traditional market has something for everybody. From household goods, clothing and flowers, to providing fresh fruit and veg, catch of the day and quality meats, Retford’s Market caters for all.
Support your Market!
Shop Retford!
Stall Rates
All prices include VAT. Stalls and canopies are provided by the Council.
| Thursday Market | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 Stall | £15.00 |
| 2 Stalls | £28.50 |
| Each additional stall | £10.50 |
| 1 pitch (per 10 feet of frontage) | £14.50 |
| Extension of vehicle pitch (per six feet of frontage) | £9.50 |
| 1 pitch fixed (per 10 feet of frontage) | £14.50 |
| Friday Collectors Market | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 Stall | £15.00 |
| 2 Stalls | £25.00 |
| Each additional stall | £10.50 |
| 1 pitch (per 10 feet of frontage) | £14.50 |
| Extension of vehicle pitch (per six feet of frontage) | £10.00 |
| 1 pitch fixed (per 10 feet frontage) | £14.50 |
| Saturday Market | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 Stall | £17.00 |
| 2 Stalls | £31.00 |
| Each additional stall | £10.50 |
| 1 pitch (per 10 feet of frontage) | £15.50 |
| Extension of vehicle pitch (per six feet of frontage) | £10.00 |
| 1 pitch fixed (per 10 feet of frontage) | £15.50 |
| Casual Traders | Additional £4.00 (January to September) and £5.50 (October to December) per market day. |
| Saturday Butter Market | Price |
|---|---|
| 2 x 6 feet of table | £12.50 (both) |
| Farmers Market | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 Stall | £18.00 |
| 2 Stalls | £33.50 |
| Each additional stall | £10.50 |
| Car Parking | Price |
|---|---|
| Per market day valid for one month | £3.20 |
| Other Fees & Charges | Price |
|---|---|
| * Promotional pitch - Monday to Friday | £83.00 (plus VAT) |
| * Promotional pitch - Saturday and Sunday | £94.00 (plus VAT) |
| * Promotional pitch - Monday to Friday with a trailer (Std) | £103.00 (plus VAT) |
| * Promotional pitch - Saturday and Sunday with a trailer (Std) | £115.00 (plus VAT) |
| * Promotional pitch - Monday to Friday with a trailer (Large) | £141.00 (plus VAT) |
| * Promotional pitch - Saturday and Sunday with a trailer (Large) | £167.00 (plus VAT) |
| Discount - Long term hire of a pitch (6 months or more) | 20% (plus VAT) |
| Cleaning Charge | £64.00 (plus VAT) |
* Promotional pitches - please contact the licensing department to book a pitch
Last Updated on Tuesday, April 7, 2026
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