Outdoor Market Consultancy
At Market Curators, we support the creation and renewal of outdoor markets that are commercially successful and firmly rooted in their communities. As the UK’s leading market consultants, we help develop spaces that attract footfall, support independent traders and enhance town and city centres.
Some projects refresh long-standing market sites, others introduce new open-air markets in regeneration areas, and some reimagine public spaces as lively trading environments. Each one is shaped to suit its setting, with our team guiding the process from early planning through to launch and beyond.
Strategy and Feasibility
Every outdoor market needs a clear strategy. We explore local demand, customer behaviour and trading conditions to build the business case. Regeneration potential and policy context are also factored in, ensuring the market supports the wider vision for its area.
Services Include:
Feasibility and Viability Studies
Business Case Development
Investment and Ownership Modelling
Competitive Leisure Analysis
Green Book and Magenta Book Analysis
Financial Business Plans
Demographic Analysis
Market Research
Regeneration and Placemaking Advisory
Design and Planning Support
Good design is what makes an outdoor market flow and feel welcoming. We consider how stalls, kiosks, and servicing areas are arranged to create a market that feels easy to navigate, visible, and welcoming. Our in-house design skills keep projects practical and cost-effective, while our network of professionals allows us to deliver a full turnkey solution when needed.
Services Include:
Space Planning
Architectural Services (RIBA 1–7)
Architectural Design Codes
Professional Team Integration
Market Design and Specification
Stakeholder Engagement and Governance
Outdoor markets bring together a wide mix of voices. We lead consultations with traders, local communities, and stakeholders to capture valuable input, while also establishing governance frameworks and agreements that provide clarity and long-term stability.
Services Include:
Public, Trader and Stakeholder Engagement
Trader Occupational Agreements and Bundles
Legal Implications and Advisory
Delivery and Implementation
Getting an outdoor market off the ground takes detailed coordination. We help refine concepts, curate the right mix of traders and put in place events and promotions that bring people in. The goal is always a smooth launch and a platform for ongoing success.
Services Include:
Concept Creation and Implementation
Pre-Letting Strategy
Tenant Curation
Events and Promotions
Launch Strategies
Mobilisation Planning
People and Training
Turnkey Market Development Management
Some clients want a full-service partner. Our turnkey development management covers every stage, coordinating design, trader recruitment and launch to deliver complete outdoor market projects. With everything managed under one roof, nothing is left to chance.
Services Include:
Full Project Management
Multidisciplinary Development Delivery
Outsourced Turnkey Market Solutions
Operational Support
An outdoor market needs consistent care and attention to remain thriving. We provide management teams, letting strategies and operational guidance, alongside event programming, community activity and trader support. Every customer touchpoint is considered to ensure the market remains a lively destination that people return to.
Services Include:
Operator Brokerage
Operational Guidance and Support
Market Letting Agency
Market Management Teams
Business Planning
Place and Space Full Integration
Why Market Curators?
Market Curators bring creativity, commercial insight and practical delivery to outdoor market projects of all sizes. Our experience spans the UK and Europe, helping clients transform spaces into successful destinations that support traders and strengthen local economies.
End-to-end expertise
Guidance through every stage, from planning and feasibility to launch and ongoing management.
Hands-on delivery
We go beyond consultancy reports and stay involved to make sure plans are put into action.
Proven regeneration impact
Our markets boost footfall, support local businesses and create lasting benefits for town and city centres.
Strong relationships
We work closely with local authorities, traders and developers to build trust and secure buy-in.
Championing independents
We prioritise independent traders and local character, avoiding generic, one-size-fits-all solutions.
Real-world experience
As market operators ourselves, we bring first-hand knowledge of what makes outdoor markets succeed.
Latest projects
Crewe Market
A project between Cheshire East Borough Council and Market Asset Management Ltd. an operating subsidiary of The Pioneer Market Group Ltd.
Darlington Market
A project between Darlington Borough Council and Market Asset Management (Darlington) Ltd. an operating subsidiary of The Pioneer Market Group Ltd.
Doncaster Wool Market
A project between City of Doncaster Council and Market Asset Management (Doncaster) Ltd. an operating subsidiary of The Pioneer Market Group Ltd.
Talk to Us About Your Next Project
Let’s talk about your outdoor market project and how we can help bring it to life.