We sat down with Ian of British leather accessories brand, Campbell Cole, to discuss the Nottingham Market, which takes place 4th-6th December. This new project, hosted by Campbell Cole, sees a collective of the finest Midland-based companies all trading under one roof. The aim is to help encourage us to support local businesses for the run-up to Christmas. There's some great brands involved, and we can't wait to head down to Nottingham to show our support.
Mat - So first off, tell us about your links to Nottingham, and why you chose the city to host the market.
Ian - Felicity and I have been living and working in Nottingham for a few years now. I originally moved to Nottingham to work for Speedo as a product designer. Felicity studied Fashion Design at Nottingham Trent and stayed in the city to work as a men’s shirt designer.
When we started Campbell Cole, we decided to stay in the Midlands – partly as a couple of our factories are close by, but mainly because Nottingham is an affordable place to live… we couldn’t possibly have given Campbell Cole the time, energy and love that we have had we moved to London. Nottingham has become our home.
Over the last 2 to 3 years, it feels as though Nottingham has really started to buzz – people are making things and independent businesses are popping up. There is a thriving community of like-minded creatives getting on with improving the city. Small Food Bakery is a great example and personal favourite – based at Primary Studio, they are a craft bakery producing small batches of high quality product using locally sourced, seasonal products.
Nottingham Market will be an opportunity to show off the best of what the city has to offer.
Nottingham clearly has a strong roots into the textiles and the trading industry, as well as close links to other cities. Do you still it's affects in 2015.
It’s hard to say – there are still factories hidden here and there in the city but nothing compared to the industry of the past. There are however plenty of brands and designers here though – I guess that’s what keeps the link alive. In addition, you have very successful, emerging brands like Tori Murphy setting up their own workshops to manufacture product.
So many brands we follow seem to have a heritage in the Midlands, is it a close-knit community?
We have met some great people in the Midlands through setting up Campbell Cole, who have become very good friends of ours. Whilst organising the Market, we have also got to meet some new people and brands that we weren’t aware of.
In reality we are all super busy so I think part of the enthusiasm for the market has been in making the time to get such a good group of people under one roof. As a community of designers and makers, we are stronger together.
Tell us a little bit about the concept of the market and who else is involved.
This last couple of years I have thought there may be an opportunity to get all the Midlands based brands together on the run up to Christmas and showcase the good stuff happening in the region. ‘Craft’ is well catered for in the city with great events like the Contemporary Craft Fair but the retail scene for menswear, design and homewares is lacking. The likes of Universal Works and Sunspel are much loved and well known brands, firmly rooted in Nottingham and nearby Long Eaton, yet you can’t buy their product in the city.
Nottingham Market will be an opportunity to get to meet the people behind the brands and businesses taking part… and buy something nice on the run up to Christmas!
There will be various special events taking place during the market – for example, we (Campbell Cole) are collaborating with Waste Studio to produce a 2016 wall calendar that will be printed and available to buy on site, and interiors brand Lane will be running letterpress sessions so you can print your own Christmas cards. (More to be announced over the coming weeks)
In terms of those taking part, we have been keen to create something that offers something for everyone so we have Sunspel, Universal Works, Ohw? (who Buckets & Spades collaborated with previously) and Campbell Cole on clothing, shoes and accessories. Tori Murphy, Joby Woodhouse and Lane for Homewares. Honest for Skincare products and Ideas on Paper will bring the reading material.
The event will have a Café that will be run by Local Coffee Roasters 200 Degrees and Small Food Bakery – essential for a well earned break from Christmas shopping. Rough Trade will be hosting an opening party at their space on Broad Street.
We are very passionate about small businesses, and celebrating those involved. What do you hope will come of the market, to raise awareness of local makers?
I definitely hope we can raise awareness of local makers but the main motivation has been to create something good for the city. We want to see the creative side of the city continue to grow and evolve. I would like to think that events like Nottingham Market can help to keep things moving in the right direction.
When + where can we find the market?
Nottingham Market will run over the first weekend of December. Opening hours as follows:
Friday 4th 16:00 – 19:00 (followed by an opening party at Rough Trade)
Saturday 5th 10:00 – 18:00
Sunday 6th 11:00 – 16:00
The venue is located on floors 2 & 3 of 3-5 High Pavement in the Lace Market. Our building is based opposite the Nottingham Contemporary Art Gallery. Our neighbours within the venue on the 1st Floor include the excellent Syson Gallery and Dohm Shop. The entrance to the Market is a little off the street but will be will sign posted.
The venue is a two-minute walk from one of Nottingham’s main shopping streets and is easily accessible via public transport with car parks located nearby.
Nottingham Market is free and open to all. Please keep an eye on our website, and we're on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook for updates.
We hope to see some of you there!
Ian - Felicity and I have been living and working in Nottingham for a few years now. I originally moved to Nottingham to work for Speedo as a product designer. Felicity studied Fashion Design at Nottingham Trent and stayed in the city to work as a men’s shirt designer.
When we started Campbell Cole, we decided to stay in the Midlands – partly as a couple of our factories are close by, but mainly because Nottingham is an affordable place to live… we couldn’t possibly have given Campbell Cole the time, energy and love that we have had we moved to London. Nottingham has become our home.
Over the last 2 to 3 years, it feels as though Nottingham has really started to buzz – people are making things and independent businesses are popping up. There is a thriving community of like-minded creatives getting on with improving the city. Small Food Bakery is a great example and personal favourite – based at Primary Studio, they are a craft bakery producing small batches of high quality product using locally sourced, seasonal products.
Nottingham Market will be an opportunity to show off the best of what the city has to offer.
Nottingham clearly has a strong roots into the textiles and the trading industry, as well as close links to other cities. Do you still it's affects in 2015.
It’s hard to say – there are still factories hidden here and there in the city but nothing compared to the industry of the past. There are however plenty of brands and designers here though – I guess that’s what keeps the link alive. In addition, you have very successful, emerging brands like Tori Murphy setting up their own workshops to manufacture product.
So many brands we follow seem to have a heritage in the Midlands, is it a close-knit community?
We have met some great people in the Midlands through setting up Campbell Cole, who have become very good friends of ours. Whilst organising the Market, we have also got to meet some new people and brands that we weren’t aware of.
In reality we are all super busy so I think part of the enthusiasm for the market has been in making the time to get such a good group of people under one roof. As a community of designers and makers, we are stronger together.
Tell us a little bit about the concept of the market and who else is involved.
This last couple of years I have thought there may be an opportunity to get all the Midlands based brands together on the run up to Christmas and showcase the good stuff happening in the region. ‘Craft’ is well catered for in the city with great events like the Contemporary Craft Fair but the retail scene for menswear, design and homewares is lacking. The likes of Universal Works and Sunspel are much loved and well known brands, firmly rooted in Nottingham and nearby Long Eaton, yet you can’t buy their product in the city.
Nottingham Market will be an opportunity to get to meet the people behind the brands and businesses taking part… and buy something nice on the run up to Christmas!
There will be various special events taking place during the market – for example, we (Campbell Cole) are collaborating with Waste Studio to produce a 2016 wall calendar that will be printed and available to buy on site, and interiors brand Lane will be running letterpress sessions so you can print your own Christmas cards. (More to be announced over the coming weeks)
In terms of those taking part, we have been keen to create something that offers something for everyone so we have Sunspel, Universal Works, Ohw? (who Buckets & Spades collaborated with previously) and Campbell Cole on clothing, shoes and accessories. Tori Murphy, Joby Woodhouse and Lane for Homewares. Honest for Skincare products and Ideas on Paper will bring the reading material.
The event will have a Café that will be run by Local Coffee Roasters 200 Degrees and Small Food Bakery – essential for a well earned break from Christmas shopping. Rough Trade will be hosting an opening party at their space on Broad Street.
We are very passionate about small businesses, and celebrating those involved. What do you hope will come of the market, to raise awareness of local makers?
I definitely hope we can raise awareness of local makers but the main motivation has been to create something good for the city. We want to see the creative side of the city continue to grow and evolve. I would like to think that events like Nottingham Market can help to keep things moving in the right direction.
Nottingham Market will run over the first weekend of December. Opening hours as follows:
Friday 4th 16:00 – 19:00 (followed by an opening party at Rough Trade)
Saturday 5th 10:00 – 18:00
Sunday 6th 11:00 – 16:00
The venue is located on floors 2 & 3 of 3-5 High Pavement in the Lace Market. Our building is based opposite the Nottingham Contemporary Art Gallery. Our neighbours within the venue on the 1st Floor include the excellent Syson Gallery and Dohm Shop. The entrance to the Market is a little off the street but will be will sign posted.
The venue is a two-minute walk from one of Nottingham’s main shopping streets and is easily accessible via public transport with car parks located nearby.
Nottingham Market is free and open to all. Please keep an eye on our website, and we're on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook for updates.
We hope to see some of you there!
Great read, Mat. Firs tI've heard about it - think i'll pop down! Would love to set up something like this. Along the lines of American Field or the Pop Up Flea
ReplyDeleteSeems like we're into a lot of the same stuff, Arran. We went to the Pop Up Flea in London last Winter, but looks like they're not doing it this year. You really should if you can, not too far? I'm hoping to be there on the Saturday.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely, It's only a short drive so I'm heading down on the Sunday. Michael from ACL told me they're possibly doing it next year in London and said he'd let me know more soon, so fingers crossed!
ReplyDeleteIf this was a week later I'd definitely be heading to this. Such a great collection of brands. Very proud to come from the Midlands! J
ReplyDeletewww.jordanbunker.uk
sounds like my kind of market
ReplyDeleteWish I lived closer, this looks awesome! The North has some amazing makers and this is a great way to celebrate independents. The photos in this post are great too.
ReplyDeleteJames | www.getyourbronon.com
Even though you can't make it I'm glad people are talking about it and doing their best to support the smaller businesses. Cheers James.
ReplyDeleteI know, good things are happening.
ReplyDeleteGood to support your local region though, thanks for sharing on Twitter. Great things happen in the Midlands.
ReplyDeleteLet's hope so. Maybe it wasn't such a massive hit the first time around.
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