• All produce must be locally grown or locally produced - local means within 30 miles of the market location.
• Producers outside 30 miles, but within 50 miles may be considered if they offer the most local supply of a particular product.
• Stalls must be staffed by the producer, their family or an employee who is directly involved with the growing or producing of the product on sale.
• Producers must sell their own produce at a stall, all of which must have been stated on the license application form.
• A change of trade is not permitted without re-application.
• Added value products must contain at least one local raw ingredient.
• All stalls must comply with current trading standards and Environmental Health requirements
• Producers must maintain Public, Employee and Products Liability Insurance

Local food for local people

Farmer's Markets emerged in this country around 1998 and were seen as a saviour to many struggling farmers who were experiencing difficult times. The concept of providing local produce to local people has been embraced and these markets are now common place in most towns and cities across the UK.

Sketts is extremely proud to be one of the Farmer's Market pioneers with Stratford Upon Avon being one of the first in the country, opening in June 1999 with many others following. We continue to work closely with farmers and local authorities to ensure our farmer's markets remain authentic and true to their original ethos. The original criteria required is still adhered to. Our farmers have risen to the challenge and continue to provide excellent produce. They offer customers their expert knowledge of the produce, how it's grown, how it is best cooked and even recipes are on hand