Terms and Conditions
Here are the full terms and conditions. You can also download a pdf version.
Note:
- HBB refers to Humber Bridge Board
- BA1 refers to Blooms A1 Events for the rest of this document
1. All Vendors attend only by invitation of the HBB and BA1, this invitation may be withdrawn at any time.
2. All food vendors should apply to become registered as food premises with their Local Authority.
3. For the purpose of these rules, local is defined as a 35 mile radius of the market. Only produce from within the defined local area may be sold at Humber Bridge Farmers’ Market (with the following exception and condition)
- Difficult to source produce may be admitted from up to 50 miles, these producers will not be classified as local to this market.
- Preference will be given to the local producer when a space (for the product) becomes available so long as the required standards are met.
4. All farm produce sold must originate from the producer’s holding. This means: -
- For primary producers, that it has undergone the last substantial change in its life on the vendor’s farm or holding.
- For processed meats and vegetable products, that the principal ingredient is primary produce as defined above.
- For cakes, biscuits, jams, pickles, preserves and other cooked foods, that the products have been made locally, at least 10% of the ingredients should be sourced from the local area (35 mile radius).
- Genetically modified organisms shall not knowingly be supplied in prepared food and food products. All vegetables sold at the market are GM free.
5. Stall holders must attend a market over the full time it is open. Vehicles must be on site by 8.00 am Strictly. Stalls must be set up by 8.30am with the official opening time being 9am and must remain until close of trade at 1pm. No packing up and No vehicles to access the market selling area until close of business. No vehicles will be allowed to enter the selling area after 8.30am and before 1pm.
6. The stall must be attended by the principal producer or a representative who is involved in the production of the produce so that it is clear to the customer that they are in direct contact with the produce originator.
7. The vendor is responsible for compliance with all the relevant trading standards laws and agrees that their details will be passed on. This includes the clear marking of all prices.
8. Producers agree to be visited at their place of production by an independent representative of the market.
9. The vendor is responsible for compliance with all relevant food hygiene and food safety regulations and legislation and agrees that their details will be passed on.
10. Each stall must be clearly identified showing the name and address of the principal vendor and a contact telephone number.
11. Vendors must pay the agreed stall space charge to BA1 before commencing to sell to the public.
12. Producers must have, and clearly display, Public, Product and Employee Liability insurance- if you are unsure about this contact the Society office that can help you.
13. Vendors are responsible for the disposal of all rubbish and waste from their sales point.
14. No ‘A’ boards are allowed by order of the Humber Bridge Health and Safety Officer.
Additional Rules
In the interest of upholding a pleasant atmosphere at the market where customers feel confident in the quality of the produce on sale the following rules apply:
15. Only top quality produce should be offered for sale at the market- the Market Representative reserves the right to remove substandard items.
16. Produce not listed on the application form may be removed by the Market Representative; an additional application form should be completed to add new produce to your range. Additional application forms are available from the BA1 office.
17. The selection and balance of produce available at the market will be agreed by the Farmers’ Market organisers, HBB and BA1: the market does not offer exclusivity of produce.
18. If claiming organic or similar certification, a copy of the member certificate and any supporting documents that specify what is covered must be displayed on your stall.
19. People attending the stall must be clean and tidy.
a. Smoking at the stall is prohibited.
b. When selling prepared food, for consumption without further cooking, seek advice from your local Environmental Health Officer.
c. If selling raw meat and prepared food from one stall- seek advice from your local Environmental Health Officer.
20. Transportation – producers must ensure that vehicles and containers are suitable for transporting food and meet food hygiene standards.
21. Stalls must be kept clean, tidy and free from all hazards.
We ask that even if you sell out, you remain at the market until closing time as it affects the look of the market overall – treat it as an opportunity to promote your produce and your business through leaflets and chatting to customers: pictures and information about production will help generate interest as well as “telling the story” while you have produce to sell.
Every producer contributes to the overall look, atmosphere and therefore success of the market.
22. Antisocial behaviour by yourself or your stall will mean instant dismissal from the market.
As best practice each stall holder should have a Council Parish Holding number.
The decision of the Farmers’ Market organisers, (HBB and BA1) is final. However if you feel you have been unfairly treated then you may appeal to the HBB Business Manager and the DAS Society Director initially in writing.
