trade stands
Traders/Caterers
With over 20,000 visitors to our show each year, this is a fantastic venue to show off your products and business. We have a range of Trade Stand Sizes to suit all budgets, Main Arena Premium stands for great footfall and ready standing cubicles for easy set up. NEW for 2025 we are taking all Trade Stand applications online.
The link to the application process will be on this page and open from 31st August 2024.
There are information guides below to help you decide what size or location is right for you, with options for electricity, advertising, sponsorship and extras.
CATERERS – Catering Stands are requested to submit a Tender for a position on the show ground. New caterers are considered and allocation is based on quality, price, customer service and menu. Please find the Catering Tender Form online, all applications need to submit a price list, photos of your catering unit and hygiene rating.
If you have any questions please get in touch, we look forward to you trading with us in 2025!
Caterers
Please fully read the Catering Regulations prior to completing your Catering Tender booking form. If you require electric send an Electric Booking Form too.
Don’t forget to send a photo of your unit, Food Hygiene Certificate, risk assessment and Fire risk assessment with full price list so your application can be considered.
Sponsorship
An effective way to promote your brand to our visitors on Show Day, and throughout the year, by maximising your exposure through our digital channels.
Sponsorship starts from as little as £25 for Rosette or Sash Sponsorship, or for a fully inclusive package, apply to become a Principal Partner.
Advertising Form
Get your brand seen by thousands of visitors with opportunities to advertise in our digital Schedule, printed Show Guide, Sponsors brochure and Children’s booklet, with a ringside banner, roadside sign or on our enormous 33 sqm Big TV screen on Show Day.
See our price list for details or combine advertising with Sponsorship for greater coverage in all channels.
Trade Stands
Download our Information pack for a quick overview of the type of trade stands that are available. We have lots of great options: Outdoor Trade Stands, Outdoor Cubicles, Main Arena Facing Stands, Premium Main Arena Blocks as well as the indoor Shopping Marquee.
Check out the tables of prices, ticket allocation and vehicle passes, and get information on booking electricity supply and advertising etc.
As well as the trade stand booking form this document includes forms for booking electricity (if required), advertising, Membership and all the terms and conditions.
Taste of the North - Food Marquee
To showcase your artisan cakes, locally produced drinks, fresh pies, breads, or any fresh produce made with love, this is the place for you.
This marquee allows visitors to browse, and often nibble and sip, and sample the wonderful produce from around the region.
Always packed with food lovers, the Taste of the North Marquee at the main entrance is the first (and last) stop for thousands of visitors.
Closing date for applications is 25th April 2025.
Voucher Offer
Drive footfall to your trade stand with a tear out voucher in the Show Guide.
This is option is FREE for our traders to take advantage of and completely flexible to suit your business.
Whether you fancy trying a BOGOF (‘buy one get one free’) a percentage discount, money off, or ”buy one, and get second half price” it is up to you!
"We've been going to the Northumberland County Show for about eight years now. Great day out for all the family, so get your tickets early for the discount prices. The main arena always has lots going on and we check the timetable for main events around the show field."
"The show has been at Bywell for a decade now. We love the location, ample free parking, and the traffic has improved loads over the years."
