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There will be three technical visits made during the conference. These are all optional visits and you are requested to note which visits you will attend on the registration form.
Smithfield Wholesale Market
Smithfield is one of the oldest markets in London being first used as a livestock market in the tenth century. Each year approximately 120,000 tonnes of produce pass through the market consisting of meat, poultry, cheese and other delicatessen products. Recently Smithfield has undergone a £70 million investment programme which has made it one of the most modern livestock markets in the world. We will see the Smithfield at work and hear about the current operating arrangements and the relationships between the City Corporation and the traders. Website: www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/SmithfieldBorough Market
Borough Market is London’s oldest food market. It has occupied the present site for 250 years. It has both wholesale and retail importance and is run as a charity with a board of trustees. It has won many prestigious awards. Over 160 traders come every week to the market and supply almost 5m customers. We will se the market in operation as Saturday is one of the main retail days. Queens Market
Queens Market is one of London’s best loved markets. It is a source of quality fresh fruit and other goods. Proposals are now being considered to regenerate the Market and combine community The Market is currently run as a partnership between the Queens Market branch of the National Market Traders Federation , the Queens Market Traders Association and St. Modwen Developments Ltd. We will see the market and hear about the plans for the future. Further Information Delegates will also be offered addresses with which to visit other markets in the city independently. PLEASE CONTACT:
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