Made in Redbridge

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Our programme

The Made in Redbridge programme provides start up businesses with an opportunity to learn the most important aspects of trading and gain more experience through a series of trading events.

Through our workshops and one to one advice, participants will receive guidance to help them set up their business. Participants will also gain access to external resources and will be directed to our partner organisations. Topics covered during our workshops and webinars include:

  • Setting up and the legal requirements
  • Product display
  • Marketing and promotion
  • Food safety

The programme also includes a series of masterclasses specific to food traders.

How to apply

If you are would like to the programme and join our next trading events, complete our online registration form and include a description of your product:

Made in Redbridge registration form

We will contact you to confirm your place on the programme and provide details of our next trading events.

Our programme

The Made in Redbridge programme provides start up businesses with an opportunity to learn the most important aspects of trading and gain more experience through a series of trading events.

Through our workshops and one to one advice, participants will receive guidance to help them set up their business. Participants will also gain access to external resources and will be directed to our partner organisations. Topics covered during our workshops and webinars include:

  • Setting up and the legal requirements
  • Product display
  • Marketing and promotion
  • Food safety

The programme also includes a series of masterclasses specific to food traders.

How to apply

If you are would like to the programme and join our next trading events, complete our online registration form and include a description of your product:

Made in Redbridge registration form

We will contact you to confirm your place on the programme and provide details of our next trading events.

  • Trading events 2025

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    We are thrilled to announce that Ilford BID and The Exchange Shopping Centre are proudly sponsoring our Made in Redbridge programme this year!

    They have invited our passionate traders to showcase their amazing products at their festive events this December. Details of the dates below:

    1. Saturday 6th December Ilford Town Centre, 10:00 am to 5:00pm. Location: Christmas Chalets sponsored by the Ilford BID. Only 6 places available.

    2. Sunday 7th,14th and 21st December at the Exchange Shopping Centre, Ilford. from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm (tables and chairs will be provided) Only 15 places available.

    We are looking for the following selection of handcrafted and artisanal products, including Jewellery and fashion accessories, Savory and sweet treats presented in jars, Beauty and skincare items, Clothing such as scarves, t-shirts, and similar apparel, Cupcakes, cakes, and other baked delights, Printed cards, art prints, and illustrations. The trading pitches are free of charge for these events, however traders must follow the terms and conditions below to be considered.

    Terms and Conditions

    1. Traders must provide their own Public Liability Insurance and relevant Food Hygiene certification for those selling food items.

    2. Traders selected for The Exchange must commit to the three trading days, but two days will be accepted under special circumstances.

    3. Traders must bring someone that can help during the day and to cover the pitch during breaks.

    4. Traders must cover the cost of parking and transportation.

    5. Traders must attend the pre-event session. Date for the session will be sent with the confirmation.

    Please ensure you meet the eligibility criteria before applying for this opportunity and complete the Enrolment Form before Friday 14th November to confirm your commitment.

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