Dunstable Town Council organises twice monthly Middle Row Markets, on the second and third Saturday of each month between March and December. The award-winning market has stall holders with handmade goods, quality gifts, artisanal crafts and local produce, offering shoppers a friendly and individual shopping experience.

Middle Row Markets take place Ashton Square from 9.30 am to 3.30 pm. Parking is available at Ashton Square Car Park. *Charges apply*

If you’re interested in having a stall at one of our markets, the fee is £23.00, which includes a gazebo and one table. Public liability insurance is required, along with a complete application form. For more information and to obtain an application form, please email our Town Centre Manager, Annette Clynes at annette.clynes@dunstable.gov.uk

Middle Row Market took part in its first NMTF young traders market on Saturday 6 July 2024, where young people got to showcases their skills. Middle Row Market won an Achievement Award in 2022 from NABMA for its growth in the area and the events that are on the market during the year.

Information for Traders

To book a stall, you will need Public Liability Insurance of 5 million and an application form which can be obtained by emailing Annette.clynes@dunstable.gov.uk. Stalls cost £23.00 which will include a gazebo and a table on the day. Christmas Markets cost £35.00 which include a gazebo and a table. Ashton Sqaure Day Markets and Party in the Park cost £30.00. Torchlight is £50.00 for food traders, November markets are £26.oo. Young Traders can book 5 markets at £10.00 and must attend the 5 July Young Trader Market

Quotes from market traders

“Thank you for your help last year with Dunstable market. We would like to trade with our preserves and cheese each month!”

“Thanks again for a great day on Saturday!”

“Thank you for everything being so well organised – it was the first outdoor market I had done so I was nervous… it make my pitch back and I learned loads! I had a lot of complimentary comments about my products but also about the market.”

“So once again, thank you to you and the team!”