how do i go about finding a pitch&opening a fast food stand such as a burger bar or a baked potato stand?

Question

also is there any (retail) laws i need to abide by

Answer 1

Yes, you should get in touch with the "wandering" woman, she's in fund raising and marketing.

Answer 2

Through your local authority, you will need personal hygiene certificate, your vehicle (stand etc) inspected and certified as hygienic and safe, plus corgi gas certificate. You can park on most public road lay-bys (must be taxed insured and mot etc). but if you want to park long term in one particular place, you will require planning permission. You can park on private car parks like home base etc, builder’s yards, and markets but rent may be asked for. If you do go on say home base car park for £10 a day never tell them you are doing well, they will want more rent. Good luck.