Militaria Artisan and Reenactors Market

A One Day Market for militaria, Artisan & Reenactor collectors Traders & Buyers

Militaria artisan and reenactors market events at the South of England Showground run by Battles Through History for traders collectors and visitors.

Militaria artisan and reenactors market events at the South of England Showground run by Battles Through History for traders collectors and visitors.

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Next MARM event: 26th April

The first MARM fair takes place at the South of England Showground within the Abergavenny Building, with additional outdoor trading space used where required.

The fair opens to the public at 8.30am and closes at 3pm.
Visitor entry is £4, with free parking available on site.

What is MARM?

MARM is a one day Militaria, Artisan and Reenactors Market held at the South of England Showground.

Each event is designed to be clear and well organised, with marshalled access for both traders and visitors, straightforward layouts and a relaxed market atmosphere. Events take place within the Abergavenny Building, with additional outdoor trading space used where required.

Opening times, entry prices and event dates and are clearly displayed on the website and social media ahead of each event. Free parking is available on site, with marshals on hand to assist throughout the day.

For Visitors

MARM is ideal for military history enthusiasts, collectors and reenactors looking to browse a wide range of stalls in one accessible location.

Visitors can expect:

Militaria and military collectibles

Reenactor equipment and supplies

Artisan traders, including food and craft stalls

A relaxed, easy to navigate market

For Traders

MARM is designed to make trading clear and straightforward, with marshalled access and a drive in setup.

Traders benefit from:

No need to pre book

Clear arrival and set up times

Drive in access with marshals positioning pitches

Indoor and outdoor trading space

On the day payment

Table Hire Available 

Traders are asked to complete the Trader Expression of Interest form so we can contact you if needed and include you in the traders directory.

Find Us

All MARM events take place at the South of England Showground in Ardingly, West Sussex.

South of England Showground
Ardingly
West Sussex
RH17 6TL

Events are held within the Abergavenny Building, with additional outdoor trading space available when required.

Site layout and access

The MARM site is clearly laid out to make arrival, set up and movement around the fair as straightforward as possible.

Marshals will be positioned at key access points to guide traders and visitors on arrival, assist with parking and direct vehicles to the correct areas. Trading areas are clearly defined, with wide access routes to allow safe movement throughout the site.

Events take place primarily within the Abergavenny Building, with additional outdoor trading space used where required. Visitor areas, facilities and refreshment points are clearly signposted to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone attending.

Ready to get involved?

Whether you’re visiting, trading, or keeping an eye on future MARM events, choose the option below to find what you need.

Main show

MARM is run by the team behind the Battles Through History show. Visit the Battles Through History website for full details of the main event.

MARM Militaria Artisan and Reenactors Market