Hire a cabin at South Bank Centre This Christmas

This festive season, we’re putting out feelers for traders who would like to have a partnership with Between the Bridges and South Bank Centre to curate the South Bank Centre’s Winter Market. This is your opportunity to hire a chalet and transform it into your very own shop in one of London’s busiest and most iconic Christmas destinations.

We are seeking seven outstanding small businesses to complement the seven delicious food traders already confirmed for this much-loved market.

All businesses must be handmade or ethically sourced. Please read through this information to make sure this opportunity is right for you. If you are interested, please fill out the form below.

Event Details

  • Dates: 3rd November – 4th January (Closed 25th December, Half day on 31st December)

  • Trading Hours: Monday – Saturday 10:00 – 22:00, Sunday 11:00 – 22:00

  • Revenue Range 2024: £55k – £151k gross

  • Revenue Range 2025: £38k - £109k gross

  • 2024 Average Revenue: £81k gross (please scroll down for figures of different catagories)

  • 2025 Average Revenue: £80k gross

  • Commission: 26% of net (after VAT)

    • 25% to Peppermint / Southbank Centre

    • 1% to SoLo Craft Fair

  • Upfront Fee: £10,000 + VAT (included within commission)

  • Estimated Utility Recharges (TBC): £300 + VAT per week (includes chalet, waste, cleaning, security)

  • Estimated Energy cost: £40/ week

  • Lighting: Outside festoon provided, internal lighting will need to be provided by the retailer.

  • Card Fees: 1.5% on gross sales (levied by till provider – Square)

  • Unit Dimensions: 3m frontage, 2.4m depth

  • Maximum Power Per Unit: 1 x 13amp

  • Restrictions: No gas or open flames permitted

All traders must hold valid insurance and the appropriate certificates for their products to trade at the market.

We are unable to accept food vendors for this opportunity, however if you sell food items that are being sold to consume at home (jams, chutneys, honeys etc) you are welcome to apply.

2024 years trading figures:

Jewellery & Fashion: £70,000 - £80,000

Beauty Products: £50,000

Homeware - £75,000 - £150,000

Decorations - £45,000

2025 years trading figures:

Jewellery & Fashion: £38k - £92k

Art: £81k

Homeware: £71k-£109k

Confectionary: £77k

FAQs

Can I share a chalet with another trader?
Yes, but both traders’ details must be clearly listed on the application form. Both will require insurance, and an additional fee may apply if you need a separate card reader.

Can I use my own card reader?
No. As this is a commission-based opportunity, all traders are required to use the card readers provided by Peppermint so that commission can be accurately tracked.

Do I need to stay open for all trading hours?
Yes, these hours are set by Southbank Centre. However, we are aware that retail sales can slow after a certain point in the evening. This will be monitored, and if sales consistently drop after a set time, earlier closing hours for retail chalets may be agreed.

Express your interest now


To express your interest for this opportunity, please the application form. Please note that information provided will only be shared with Between the Bridges and Southbank Centre for the purpose of reviewing applications. Your data will not be stored beyond this process.