Trader tables
If your application is successful, your invoice will cover a single table for 1 trader and 1 Helper. There is a limit of one table per trader due to limited space.
Table specs
Table sizes are 6ft by 2.6ft. If you wish to bring your own smaller 2×2 side table or an extra chair then you are welcome to.
Setting the scene
You can bring backdrops and pull up banners as needed, and items can be hung from the picture rail on the walls. Please do not use sellotape or anything damaging or semi-permanent on the walls.
Trading times
The rooms are available for set up late Friday afternoon and are locked up overnight. Take down usually starts at around 3pm on Sunday.
Our 2026 Trader’s List
Dice Comics
Dice Comics is an independent imprint run by Charles Cutting and Norm Chung, publishing traditionally crafted adventure titles including Akuto, The Fiery Crown and Lady Guinevine Strathmore: Blood and Gold. Their stall features hand-made artwork and stories with a growing, loyal readership – plus a welcoming sense of fun. With experience across small press, education and award-recognised comics, they value the chance to meet Bristol readers and share new work at Lawless.
After the Robot Apocalypse
After the Robot Apocalypse is the self-published comic project of Bristol artist Keith Hopewell, combining post-apocalyptic storytelling with a bold visual style shaped by years in street art and illustration. Keith brings issues of After the Robot Apocalypse, new title The Trash Pandas vs A.I, plus prints, stickers, badges and more. Having enjoyed past Lawless events, he’s keen to return with a distinctive style, new stories and a friendly presence on the show floor.
Boo's Jewels
Boo’s Jewels specialises in creating handcrafted jewellery, cos play items and accessories using Chainmaille and Scalemaille techniques. Each design is created with care by weaving each ring by hand to create bold eye-catching peices.
MayB Illustrates
MayB Illustrates offers prints, stickers, keyrings and pins featuring distinctive characters and a varied illustrative style that appeals across ages and interests. Created by emerging artist Holly-May Baines, the work reflects a broad love of genre and media, with a growing range of fun designs and merchandise. She’s keen to connect with the Lawless community and continue building her place in the convention scene.
Total Toy Books
Total Toy Books is a specialist publisher producing officially licensed, high-end collector editions exploring vintage toys and classic British comic history, including the award-recognised Battle Action Force Treasury Editions. Focused on premium design, restoration and archival quality, the books showcase iconic creators and strips from the Treasury of British Comics archive. As an official Rebellion licensee, Total Toy Books offers exclusive items ideal for dedicated collectors and fans of British comics heritage.
Peter Clinton Art
Peter Clinton is a UK-based freelance comic artist with credits for Rebellion, Time Bomb, Limit Break and other independent publishers. He brings original pages, artwork, prints and comics from across his body of work, shaped by both professional experience and creator-owned projects. As a returning contributor to British comics, he values the chance to meet readers and share new work at Lawless.
Zip Comic
Zip is a Bristol-set comic exploring imperfect superhumans as an allegory for disability, created by writer Mike Scrase and published by Markosia. Informed by lived experience and focused on the quieter, often overlooked prejudices faced by disabled people, the series has resonated strongly with readers and gained positive reviews and endorsements. Mike values events like Lawless for the chance to connect with fans, share stories, and build a supportive community around the comic.
Lyndon Webb Art
Lyndon Webb is a comic artist working across sequential art, covers and commissions, with credits including Shift, Strip and Unit 666. His table features original art, published pieces and free prints, offered with an accessible style and friendly approach for fans and collectors. As a regular at Lawless, he values the event for its energy and community, and aims to bring artwork to suit every budget.
David Broughton
David Broughton is a long-standing independent comic creator and publisher, producing original comics and artwork for more than four decades, including his signature title Shaman Kane. Rooted in traditional craft and imagination, his work reflects a lifelong drive to tell stories and share art directly with readers. Now a familiar face at Lawless, he values the event as a celebration of British comics and a chance to connect with fans and fellow creators.
Dicepool Party Comics
Dicepool Party Comics is an independent Bristol publisher creating energetic, story-driven comics built from tabletop roleplaying narratives, including teen superhero series The Embodied and comedy sci-fi title Another Space. Founder Jack Turvey focuses entirely on personal storytelling over profit, releasing DIY minis, original artwork and charity projects alongside new issues. After a rewarding debut at Lawless, he is keen to return with expanded comics, games and artwork, and to continue sharing work shaped by enthusiasm, community and creativity.
Erika Price Art
Erika Price is an indie cartoonist creating distinctive, traditional-media horror comics and prints, including titles featured in major anthologies and her own series Disorder and Worms. With a striking visual style shaped by themes of trauma, disability and queerness, Erika brings a range of comics, risograph work and woodcuts to the table. A lifelong 2000 AD fan, she enjoys connecting with readers who recognise the influence of the comic in her work.
Gary Maguire
Gary Maguire sells original vintage comic artwork from 2000 AD and related titles. His table offers rare one-off pieces sourced specially for Lawless, attracting a loyal customer base who return each year to see new artwork. He is a passionate collector who values being part of the event and meeting fellow fans.
Andy’s Totton Toy Fairs
Andy Cooper runs Andy’s Totton Toy Fair, specialising in British comics and vintage toys, alongside co-trader Martin. Their stall offers thousands of comics plus figures and statues, shaped by decades of passion for 2000 AD and the UK comics scene. For Andy, Lawless is about fun, community, and meeting fellow fans, with returning visitors drawn to the energy and enthusiasm he brings to the event.
Forbidden Planet
Forbidden Planet is a leading pop-culture retailer known for its extensive range of comics, graphic novels, toys, collectables and genre merchandise, serving fans of science fiction, fantasy and cult entertainment worldwide through its online shop and multiple UK stores. The business has grown from its original London store into one of the most recognised comic and geek culture destinations for fans and collectorsFAQs
Trader Table Pricing & Allocation
Cost of Trader table will still be £80 for the weekend. It will still only be for One Table and One Helper.
Weekend-Only Availability
Weekend Trader Tables will be available ONLY – we will not be offering Day Trader Tables.
Invoice & Payment Policy
An invoice will be issued for payment within 30 days once your Application has been successful. If the invoice has not been cleared within thirty days, then you will lose your slot and we will make a decision on another trader to attend.
Venue Access & Setup Times
Doors will be open from 4pm on Friday afternoon and will be locked up overnight. Take down starts at 3pm on Sunday afternoon.
Extra Table & Banner Options
You can bring your own small side table if you wish and there is space for banners to be set up.
Parking Information
Parking is available on site – you will need to pay for it at reception and provide your registration number. I think its gone up to about £15 for 24hrs. (Other local car parks are also available)
Accommodation Details
There is a room rate at the Doubletree if you are staying, but get in quick because they sell out fast! Click here
Community Spirit
Bribes won’t be accepted, but we do appreciate quick wit and knowledge of the Lawless community.
Cancellation List
If you are unsuccessful, Yes of course we’ll put you on a Cancellation List and let you know if anything comes available.
Can we still book trader tables the old way?
No, we will not be selling trader tables on a separate basis via the ticket site. Hopefully the new Application Process will allow for a smoother trader system and everyone gets more of a chance at a table.
Application Deadline
No, you can’t apply once applications have closed on the 1st December. If you’re too late, then you’re too late – sorry!
