When is the market?

Second Sundays Andover takes place monthly, on the second Sunday of each month between March and December.

How do I sign up for a stall?

To apply to trade with us you need to submit our online application form: https://www.secondsundaysandover.co.uk/trade-with-us

If your application is successful you will be sent an email confirmation with a secure link to confirm your booking(s). Once you have been accepted for Second Sundays you won’t need to register or apply again and will be sent reminders for upcoming events.

What are the set up/pack up timings?

Traders can arrive to set up from 8am. Vehicles can drive on site to unload but must be off site by 9.30am to start trading at 10am. Traders must not pack up or bring vehicles back on site until the market closes.

How do I get to the high street?

The high street postcode is SP10 1NW. From the West (B3402) cross straight ahead at the traffic lights junction with the A3057 onto Bridge Street. The entrance to the high street is the second turning on your left.

From the North (A3057) follow the road into town, past Lidl/Chantry Centre/Town Mills. At the traffic lights turn left onto Bridge Street, the high street is the second turning on your left.

From the East/South (A3057) follow the road straight over at the roundabout by Asda. At the traffic lights turn right on Bridge Street. The high street will be the second turning on your left.

Where can I park?

Parking is free in Andover on a Sunday. The nearest car park is George Yard car park (SP10 1EP).

Do I need to be at the market to manage my stall?

Yes please! You can organise someone else to manage your stall for you but customers really love to meet the maker/producer, and there really is no better substitute.

What do I need to bring?

We provide a 3x3m gazebo for each trader which will be set up when you arrive. If you have a branded gazebo which you prefer to use please let us know. Tables and chairs are not provided. Any other display equipment such as rails/racks etc will be over to you to bring. And of course don’t forget to bring your card reader and phone…fully charged!

What about electricity?

Electricity is only provided for traders who requested it on application and have paid for the supply (charged at £5/day.) Any electrical items must have a valid PAT test certificate and have been identified by you on the trader information form. Electricity can only be supplied for traders with products that require it. It cannot be supplied for charging phones/card readers/laptops etc.

Is there lighting?

There is street lighting and we provide some decorative lighting in winter months. If you wish to bring additional battery operated lighting for your stall you may.

Is there WiFi?

There is Free WiFi in the town centre, just search for Andover free WiFi. We’d recommend that you use your own mobile data for a better connection and use the WiFi as backup.

Where can I use the toilets?

Andover runs a community toilet scheme where members of the public are able to use facilities without making a purchase at participating venues. On the high street this includes Costa Coffee and The Redbridge Pub. There are also public toilets in The Chantry Centre.

What if my application is not successful?

Second Sundays Andover is a curated market with a specific selection criteria. Stallholders will be selected using this criteria and we will try to give constructive feedback where possible.

Do I need to sign up for regular markets or can I select specific dates?

It’s not compulsory but we would like you to sign up to several if you can make it. We curate a carefully selected roster of traders that will trade in rotation and this gives flexibility to the traders that may have other commitments and provides the ability to forward plan.

How much does it cost to trade?

Second Sundays Andover is operated on a 15% turnover rent of gross takings which is capped at £50. So for example if you were to take £100 on the day, your pitch fee would be £15. It is up to you to declare your takings within 24 hours of the event.

Why is the pitch fee operated on a percentage basis?

This pricing model takes into account the fact that average price points are extremely variable between traders. It provides a low risk, even playing field for stallholders.

What about the £50 deposit?

Each event requires a £50 deposit to secure your booking. This must be paid by credit or debit card using a secure booking link that will be provided. Your 15% pitch fee is calculated and deducted from this deposit and the balance refunded to you. In cases where your commission exceeds the £50 threshold, the deposit is simply kept as payment.

Can I carry over my deposit payment to future markets?

Unfortunately not, each deposit must be paid and refunded separately.

Is there a charge for electricity usage?

Yes, there is a £5 flat fee for electricity.

Do you have any promotional materials I can use in my social media/newsletter etc?

Yes absolutely! We’ll share a marketing pack with you ahead of the event.

If you’re using socials please use the hashtag #secondsundaysandover and tag us @secondsundaysandover.

Who is this event organised by?

Second Sundays is organised and managed by Test Valley Borough Council. The original concept and branding was developed in partnership with Hemingway Design. If you have another question that we have not covered here you can contact our events team at secondsundays@testvalley.gov.uk