Trade Your Way
Your business, your way - make it happen today
Are you ready to turn your passion into profit? Wakefield District Markets offers affordable, flexible, and supportive spaces to grow your business.
Whether you’re starting out or ready to expand, we’re here to help you take the next step in your business journey.
Why Trade with us?
- it's affordable and flexible - keep costs low and choose stall options that fit your needs. Whether you're starting small or ready to grow there is an option for you.
- we’re a supportive environment - get resources and guidance designed just for you. You'll receive help every step of the way
- be part of the story – join a community of local businesses. Turning great ideas into lasting success
- there are prime locations - trade in one of the busy Wakefield markets. Connect with a loyal customer base
Your Market, your growth opportunity!
Wakefield District Markets is more than just a place to sell your products. It’s a launchpad for your dreams. From handmade crafts to fresh produce and unique services. Whatever your trade, there’s a spot waiting for you.
Get started:
- chat with us - get in touch with our team via email, phone or pop upstairs to the office in Castleford Indoor Market
- take a pop-up stall - test your business idea with free or low-cost stalls on quieter days
- support for young people - students and young people can start with us to grow their projects or ideas
Hear from our traders
Our traders are at the heart of what we do. Find out how local entrepreneurs found success at Wakefield District Markets. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see behind-the-scenes videos and success stories.
Ready to make your market?
It’s simple to get started:
Explore
Visit your nearest Wakefield District Market and see what we have to offer.
Learn More
Check out our resources and FAQs for traders to find the information you need.
Apply Now
Complete the form and submit your application today
Unit and Stall availability
We offer a variety of shops, indoor units and outdoor stalls in 6 locations across the district:
- Castleford (indoor and outdoor)
- Normanton (shops and outdoor)
- Ossett (indoor and outdoor)
- Pontefract (indoor and outdoor)
- South Elmsall (outdoor)
- Wakefield (outdoor)
Whether you need a small or big space, we have options for you.
Each site works a little differently and has its own offers to match your needs.
Castleford now has a new event space in its indoor market. It hosts events all year and is also open for you to book for your own event.
South Elmsall is being updated this year. Now is the perfect time to start there, with stalls available from just £5.65 per day!
As part of the Business Start Up Scheme, new traders can take advantage of 12 weeks for 50% of fees (6 weeks full, 6 weeks free).
Contact us now for details on rents, sizes, and current offers and to find out more. You can also complete the online form to register your interest in becoming a trader.
If you have any questions email letstalkmarkets@wakefield.gov.uk or call the team 01977 727196.
Contact Us
Markets Payments and Allocations Team Castleford Market Office Carlton Street Castleford West Yorkshire WF10 1BE