Getting Market-Ready – Stallholder Session
For: Stallholders aged 8–25
Please note: there’s limited parking on site, but plenty of payable on-street parking nearby.
If you are under 17, you will need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
What to Expect:
This friendly, informal session is designed to help you make the most of your market experience. You’ll have the chance to:
- Ask questions and share ideas
- Meet other stallholders before the market
- Get practical tips on pricing, promoting, and setting up your stall
- Hear inspiring stories from creative business owners
Guest Speakers:
Sarah Gibbon from Margate Made will lead a practical session covering:
- Creating an eye-catching stall
- Talking to customers and promoting your products
- Handling sales and taking card payments
- Building excitement before the market and keeping momentum afterwards
Molly Pickle, a local wildlife illustrator who specialises in pointillism and silk screen printing, will share her journey of running a creative business over the last 10 years.
Workshop Schedule:
- 17:30 – 17:40 – Welcome from Sharon + short video from a previous market
- 17:40 – 17:50 – Introductions: who you are, what you sell, and why you’re taking part
- 18:00 – 19:00 – Workshop with Sarah Gibbon (presentation + Q&A)
- 19:00 – 19:20 – Talk from Molly Pickle
- 19:20 – 19:30 – Open discussion: questions, ideas, and anything you’re excited or nervous about