Support for new businesses
Find out about the Business Incubation Scheme, helping new businesses grow at our markets
The Markets Team has developed a Business Incubation Scheme to give residents, start-ups, and fledging businesses in the borough financial support to grow at our markets.
Street trading offers relatively low barrier to entry retail space in prime, central London locations, at a cheaper rate than traditional bricks and mortar premises.
Eligibility
To qualify, your business must meet certain criteria:
- Have been trading for no longer than 18 months.
- Pass compliance checks.
- Applicant must also be over the age of 18.
What you receive from us
If you're successful, the markets team can offer you advice and support, and financial support:
- Cover the cost of the initial application fee.
- Subside pitch fees for a 3-month period.
- Cover the license renewal fee.
How to apply
The window for applications has now closed. Successful applicants will now be vetted and selected.
Published: 26 August 2022
Last updated: 9 November 2022