If you are a prospective trader here is all the relevant information about applyiing. This includes licensing as well as alcohol and general hygiene.

Are there any licensing requirements which traders must adhere to once they have been accepted as a Borough Market Trader?

Every food business operator trading within the London Borough of Southwark is obliged under Article 6 Regulation (EC) No. 852/2004 to register their establishment with the food team of Southwark Council.  Registration is free and can be carried out by completing a form, which is available by contacting Southwark Council on 020 7525 2000 or via their website Register A Food Business

This form should then be returned to Food/Health and Safety Unit, London Borough of Southwark, Chaplin Centre, Thurlow Street, London, SE17 2DF.

If you are looking to sell alcohol in the Market you will need to apply for licence to do so. To apply for a licence, please contact the Southwark Council licensing service on 020 7525 5748 or licensing@southwark.gov.uk

All traders will need to take into account when selling foodstuffs that they must comply with all statutory food hygiene regulations in force at any time.