- Next market 17 November
David Jacobson
As a self-confessed snapaholic David has always been smitten with the market. ‘All those colourful cakes and tubs of olives send my clicking finger into a frenzy,’ he says. ‘I never tire of documenting market life through my camera. But it’s not just the food that’s the main attraction. ‘For me markets are all about bringing people together, creating a vibrant environment in which neighbours can rub shoulders and get to know one another. For many communities around the world life would be unimaginable without
Natalie Kontarsky
On market days Natalie is a human dynamo, making sure the market runs smoothly, looking after stallholders and answering all manner of questions from customers. ‘It’s not all glamour though,’ she says. ‘Between markets there’s quite a lot of administration to do. Together with Deborah, our Compliance Officer, I have to ensure everything’s OK in terms of insurance, hygiene and health and safety. I’m passionate about food so the best part of my role is scouting out new stalls… and doing a lot of eating
Robyn McAllister
Another Maple Road resident and an enthusiast about all things foodie, Robyn, along with Aviva, coordinates the market’s charity stalls. ‘I love getting to know all the fantastic good causes in the local area and supporting them to raise awareness and funds at the market. A volunteer role that combines yummy food and great company while raising money for inspiring local charities – what more could you ask for?’
David Randall
David runs one of the businesses in Maple Road – as well as chairing Surbiton Business Community – so he is well placed to excite, engage and if necessary, adjudicate with local businesses in support of the Farmers’ Market! On market days David takes his turn amusing puzzled drivers with his slapstick barrier humour which is always well received.
Aviva Jewel
Having moved to Surbiton from New York City, Aviva has been all about the market from day one. ‘It was my life-long dream to be a part of a local farmers’ market,’ says Aviva, ‘so relocating to a new country where I knew few people was the perfect excuse to jump in. Market life is something truly made of magic. Every third Saturday the stars align and you have this happy little slice of bliss with heavenly food and good friends. I love the way
Adam Adam Jones
Adam runs Lallapolosa Baking Company with wife and baker-supreme, Elyse. The ever- popular bakers of brownies, cookies and cakes is one of the market’s home-grown success stories, having started life on Maple Road itself. A keen football player, Adam likes to spend his spare time with Elyse and their little Lallapolosian, Theo. ‘I love the market,’ says Adam. ‘But trying to resist the chocolaty temptations that surround me is always a challenge’.
Ian Roscow
Dressed in his trademark black jumper, black trousers and black jacket, Ian Roscow is something of an enigma. Tall, dark and dashing he emerges from the shadows at every market, helping with set up and enthralling us all with his tales of derring-do. And then, as the market winds down for the day, he’s gone, quietly dissolving into the ether. Who is this mystery man, this Man in Black? Perhaps we will never know.
Paul Easton
A Surbiton resident for more than 30 years, Paul has been a regular visitor to the Farmers’ Market almost since the beginning. Deciding that it was time he got involved he can now be found looking after our social media and helping out with anything — and everything — else that comes along. “The market is one of the great things about living in Surbiton,’ enthuses Paul. ‘It has a fantastic range of quality foods, a great atmosphere and supports local charities and good causes.
Ursa Richardson
Having moved to Surbiton and now residing on Maple Road from the rural outback of the North East, Ursa has always seen supporting local businesses and neighbours as a priority. ‘The market is a special and unique community, bringing together fresh, lovingly handmade produce,’ she says. Ursa works alongside Natalie to make sure the market runs smoothly on the day for all to enjoy.
Adrienne Stocks
Adrienne is a resident of Maple Road and moved here three years ago from Ramsbottom in Lancashire where she won a ‘Best in breed’ for her cheese and onion pie. She likes nothing better than knitting hedgehogs, making Christmas decorations from wine and champagne corks, and baking. She is a member of the local WI and other groups too numerous to mention. She likes to chat so the Farmers’ Market provides her with the perfect opportunity to do just that!