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North Street market

North Street market takes place every:

  • Friday from 8.30am to 5pm
  • Saturday from 8.30am to 5pm

North Street market is a traditional historic market which has been trading many years. 

There are a variety of stalls selling fresh fruit and vegetables, eggs, fresh fish, breads and cakes, French patisseries and cheeses.

You can also buy delicious hot takeaway street food; beautiful flowers, and there is a wide selection of watches and jewellery.

The market is located just a short walk from Guildford train station.

If you're travelling by car it is very close to Leapale Road and Castle multi-storey car parks.

Temporary Relocation

Parts of North Street Market will be moving over the coming months to a temporary location while improvement works take place on North Street. The move will allow the market to continue trading as usual, with the same days, times and traders, before returning to North Street once the works are complete.

Where are parts of the market moving to?

Between June and July 2026, the new position for three food stalls: Ron's Burgers, Lord Falafel and Street food Spain is a short walk down North Street outside Nandos Restaurant on the Rotunda, at the end of Friary Street.

Between January and May 2027, more temporary location changes will be made.

Is this move permanent?

No. The market is moving to a temporary location while works take place on North Street. It is expected to return to North Street once the works are complete.

Will the days and times change?

No. The market will continue to run on Fridays and Saturdays from 8.30am to 5pm, just as it does now.

How can I keep updated?

We'll share updates:

  • on this web page
  • through our social media channels
  • via our residents' e‑newsletter

You can also speak to market staff or traders on site.

Farmers' market

Guildford Farmers' market is on the first Tuesday of the month (except January) in the High Street, Guildford. It runs from 10am to 3pm.

Market dates in 2026

  • Tuesday 2 June
  • Tuesday 7 July
  • Tuesday 4 August
  • Tuesday 1 September
  • Tuesday 6 October
  • Tuesday 3 November
  • Tuesday 1 December
  • Tuesday 15 December

We have over 50 producers offering fresh local produce. 

Market

We are a National Farmers' Retail and Markets Association (FARMA) accredited market. We follow quite strict guidelines on the products that can be sold. We favour locally sourced and produced ingredients. We aim to offer our customers choice. You can buy a variety of delicious high quality produce.

Producers

The market producers are listed below. Not all attend every month. Stalls vary at each market as some produce is seasonal.

Specialist markets

As well as the regular North Street market and the monthly Farmers' market, there are a number of specialist markets in the town centre for shoppers to enjoy.

Specialist markets in 2026

A&B market

Antiques and Brocante market

The Antiques and Brocante Market (opens new window) trades in the High Street from 7am to 5:30pm.

  • Sunday 28 June
  • Sunday 13 September
  • Sunday 13 December

Art and makers

Arts and Makers market 

The Arts and Makers Market (opens new window) trades in the High Street from 7am to 5:30pm.

  • Sunday 5 July
  • Sunday 1 November

The Arts and Makers Market (opens new window) trades in the High Street from 7am to 6pm.

  • Saturday 12 December

Youth Business Showcase

The Guildford Youth Business Showcase (opens new window) trades in the High Street from 7am to 6pm.

  • Saturday 18 July 
  • Saturday 28 November 

Sparkle Vegan Fiesta

The Sparkle Vegan Market (opens new window) trades in the High Street from 7am to 5:30pm.

  • Sunday 30 August

Rural Crafts Association Summer Craft Market

The Rural Crafts Association Summer Craft Market (opens new window) will be running from 8am to 6pm on the following dates:

  • Thursday 11 June 
  • Friday 12 June 
  • Saturday 13 June 
  • Thursday 18 June 
  • Friday 19 June 
  • Saturday 20 June 

Heritage Open Days Festival

The Heritage Open Days Festival (opens new window) will be running from 8am to 6pm on the following date:

  • Saturday 19 September 

Guildford Green Day

The Guildford Green Day (opens new window) will be running from 7am to 6pm on the following date: 

  • Sunday 14 June 

Festival Family Fun Day

The Festive Family Fun Day will be running from 7am to 6pm on the following date: 

  • Sunday 15 November 

Apply for a market stall pitch

If you are a market trader you may want to trade in Guildford. We have a variety of markets that might appeal to you and your business.

Farmers' market

  • it runs on the first Tuesday of the month (except January) in the Guildford High Street from 10.30am to 3.30pm
  • the producer must be based within a 50-mile radius of Guildford. Sometimes we will take a producer outside the catchment. This is only if it's a product that cannot be sourced within the radius
  • priority is given to primary producers including farmers, fishermen, growers, cheese-makers and brewers
  • bakers, jam makers, and some craft makers must use a certain amount of ingredients from the local area
  • where possible we prefer our products sold at the market to be:
    • reared
    • grown
    • caught
    • brewed
    • pickled
    • baked
    • smoked or processed by the stall holder

To apply for a pitch at Guildford Farmers' market email: events@guildford.gov.uk. Provide us with as much detail as possible about your business and produce.

North Street market 

  • it runs every Friday and Saturday from 8.30am to 5pm in North Street
  • this market is our regular one and turnover of traders is small
  • the rental charge for a pitch is £15 per metre frontage per day. This includes rubbish clearance, electricity, and water supply. It does not include a canopy or stall, so you need to bring your own
  • traders must provide proof of their right to work in the UK

We are currently not accepting applications for North Street market pitches. This is due to the redevelopment of North Street.