PRIORY COUNTRY PARK · BEDFORD · 2026

TRADERS
& CATERERS

Saturday 15 Aug — Culture Festival
Sunday 16 Aug — Family Festival
Two days · One incredible weekend

Join us as an official trader or caterer at one of the UK's most exciting cultural festival weekends. Two full days of trading across two distinct festival atmospheres — from an adult urban culture event to a vibrant family day out.

We curate our trader lineup carefully to ensure quality and variety for our audience. Fill in the application below and our team will be in touch.

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Large Audience
Thousands of attendees across both festival days with strong footfall at the food village all day.
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Prime Location
Priory Country Park, Bedford — centrally located with good transport links and ample public space.
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Both Days Available
Trade Saturday (OCF), Sunday (OFF) or both. Returning traders from previous years get priority.
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Community Feel
We actively promote local and BAME-owned businesses. OCF is a community event — and so is our trader village.
APPLICATIONS OPEN

WHO
WE'RE
LOOKING FOR

  • Street food & Caribbean cuisine specialists and caterers
  • West African, halal and fusion food traders
  • Vegan, vegetarian and health food options
  • Desserts, waffles, ice cream and sweet treats
  • Soft drinks, juices and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Craft, art and culture merchandise stalls
  • African & Caribbean fashion and accessories
  • Children's activities and family-friendly stalls (OFF day)
THE NUMBERS

WHY
TRADE
WITH US

2
Full Days of Trading
5th
Year Running
1
Curated Food Village
0
Commission on Sales
DAY ONE

Original Culture Festival

Saturday 15 August 2026 · 2pm-10pm
Urban music & culture event. 18+ audience. Rhino Stage + Reggae Matters. High-energy evening trading.

DAY TWO

Original Family Festival

Sunday 16 August 2026 · 11am-7pm
Family-friendly day out. All ages. Kids zone, live entertainment, full family food village. Longer trading day.

APPLICATIONS OPEN NOW

APPLY TO TRADE

Fill in the form below. Our team reviews all applications and will contact you within 5 working days.
Spaces are limited - apply early to secure your pitch.

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