Vendor Information
Sell With Qarakata
Join Qarakata as a vendor and grow your business through our online marketplace, curated market fairs, or both. We support independent brands with real opportunities to get seen, connect with customers, and grow with confidence.
Choose How You Want to Sell
Whether you're looking to grow your online presence, trade in person, or do both, Qarakata gives you flexible ways to build your business.
Sell Online
List your products on Qarakata and reach customers beyond your local network.
- Showcase your products online
- Reach new customers
- Build long-term visibility
Trade at Events
Join our curated market fairs and connect directly with customers in person.
- Sell face-to-face
- Build customer relationships
- Be part of a community
Do Both
Maximise your visibility by combining online and in-person selling.
- Sell online + at events
- Increase brand exposure
- Create more opportunities
Venue Setup & Stall Pricing
Our market fairs take place across different venues, so setup conditions can vary from one event to another. Below is an overview of our current venue formats and the standard stall pricing used for market fair applications.
Goodmayes Methodist Church
This is our indoor event format and was used for our April fair. It is also likely to be used for the December event.
- Indoor event setting
- Suitable for standard vendor setups
- Exact event details are confirmed for each individual fair
Goals, Dagenham
This is our summer event format and offers a mix of indoor and outdoor trading space, with the main vendor arena located on the pitch.
- Mixed indoor and outdoor event format
- Vendors are allocated spaces for 3x3 gazebos
- Vendors provide their own tables and chairs
- Electricity is available where needed, but vendors must bring their own extension leads
- Indoor spaces are limited
- Total vendor capacity is approximately 40 spaces
Standard Stall
Applies to most product-based and service-based vendors trading at our market fairs, subject to suitability, category fit, and space availability.
Food Stall
Applies to approved food vendors. Food spaces are limited and subject to venue suitability, event requirements, and compliance checks.
What We’re Looking For
We welcome independent brands, small businesses, and selected service providers whose work adds value to the Qarakata community. Our aim is to create a balanced and engaging mix across both our online platform and curated events.
Fashion & Accessories
Clothing, jewellery, bags, shoes, accessories, and other style-led products from independent brands with a clear identity and strong presentation.
Beauty, Wellness & Lifestyle
Skincare, beauty, wellness, self-care, and lifestyle products that bring value, originality, and a thoughtful customer experience.
Handmade, Gifts & Creative Brands
Handmade goods, gifts, home décor, crafts, art, and creative products that add variety, personality, and quality to the Qarakata mix.
Professional & Service Providers
We also welcome selected businesses offering services such as property, insurance, financial services, travel, publishing, and other trusted professional support relevant to our audience.
2026 Market Fair Series
Our 2026 market fair series gives vendors the opportunity to connect with customers in person through a curated calendar of seasonal events designed to build visibility, community, and real sales opportunities.
Darling Buds of Spring
A fresh seasonal fair celebrating creativity, independent brands, and community connection.
Summer Vibes Market
A vibrant summer event designed to bring energy, discovery, and strong customer engagement.
Harvest Market
An autumn-inspired fair bringing together quality vendors, community spirit, and seasonal shopping.
Festive Gifting Market
A Christmas-focused event offering customers unique gifts and vendors a strong festive selling opportunity.
What We Expect From Vendors
We want every Qarakata experience to feel welcoming, well-presented, and valuable to customers. That means we look for vendors who are professional, prepared, and committed to representing their brand well both online and at our events.
Quality & Presentation
We expect vendors to present their products or services clearly and professionally, with attention to quality, branding, and customer experience.
Preparation & Reliability
Vendors should be ready for the opportunities they apply for, whether that means preparing listings for the marketplace or arriving on time and fully set up for events.
Active Participation
We value vendors who actively support their own growth by promoting their involvement, engaging with customers, and contributing positively to the Qarakata community.
Professional Conduct
We expect respectful communication, compliance with event and platform requirements, and a collaborative attitude that helps create a strong experience for everyone involved.
Benefits of Working With Us
We’ve designed the Qarakata Market Fair series to help vendors grow visibility, connect with the community, and build momentum across the year.
Credibility & Professional Standing
Qarakata Market Fair is supported by strong local business networks and operates with a structured, community-first approach.
Online Marketplace Listing & Selling Terms
Qarakata also operates as an online marketplace, giving vendors the opportunity to sell their products beyond physical events. Below are the key terms for listing and selling on the platform.
Free to List
There is no fee to list your products on Qarakata. You can create and manage your own listings or request support if you need help getting started.
Product Limits
Vendors can list up to 20 products. Each product listing can include up to 5 images to maintain quality and consistency across the platform.
Commission
A 20% commission is applied to all successful online sales. This includes payment processing fees via Stripe.
How to Apply
Applying is simple. Complete the vendor registration form, tell us whether you want to sell online, trade at market fairs, or both, and submit your details for review.
Complete the Form
Fill in your business details and tell us how you would like to work with Qarakata.
We Review Your Application
Every application is assessed based on quality, relevance, readiness, and fit with our platform and events.
Start Your Vendor Journey
If approved, you can begin selling online, trading at events, or both depending on your application.