Make It at Market Returns to BBC One on Monday 27 November

BBC One’s daytime series, Make It at Market, is set to return on Monday 27 November with an exciting new season. Filmed in the picturesque Waterperry Gardens in Oxfordshire, the show follows the journey of aspiring entrepreneurs who aim to turn their crafting hobbies into successful businesses. Led by the charismatic Dom Chinea and his team of business and craft experts, the series promises to bring real change to the lives of these talented individuals.

The upcoming season of Make It at Market will feature a diverse selection of hobbyists from all across the UK. Each episode introduces viewers to a new set of entrepreneurs, such as Des, a former teacher who dreams of making a career in willow weaving, Hayley, a determined mother hoping to change her family’s fortunes with her upholstery business, and Will, a color blind pointillism artist. The show highlights the unique talents and stories of these individuals, showcasing their passion and dedication to their craft.

To help these budding entrepreneurs succeed, each maker is paired with an expert mentor who provides them with practical tips and straightforward advice. These mentors, who are experienced professionals in their respective fields, guide the makers through the challenges they face in turning their crafts into profitable ventures.

Dom Chinea says: “I’m so excited to be back for a brand new series with our talented makers and mentors. We filmed during the summer months in beautiful Oxfordshire and it was such a creative environment. The process was a real joy to be involved in, we met 30 incredible makers in total from artists and designers to sculptors and woodworkers – a real eclectic mix. We worked hard to challenge the makers to unleash their untapped business potential and rediscover why they fell in love with the craft in the first place.” 

Make It at Market is commissioned for BBC One by Rob Unsworth, Head of BBC Daytime and Early Peak, the Commissioning Editor is Rachel Platt. The series is produced by Flabbergast, the Executive Producer is Andrew Snowball for Flabbergast.