Hopes Auction Co. Ltd.
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Market Rules


Sale of live animals by auction

Cattle and sheep are sold under the 'Dedicated Slaughter Market Rules' and are not subject to the 6 day standstill; all cattle and sheep must then go direct for slaughter.

We draw your attention to the following points:-

  1. Please check ear tags of all stock and passports (if applicable). Ensure they are correct, then sign the passports.
  2. Please complete the enclosed movement document.
  3. Please complete the enclosed certificate for cleansing and disinfection of vehicles, please bring the white and pink copy to the mart and retain the yellow copy for your own records.
  4. If you have bulls and clean cattle for sale then please complete two separate sheets.
  5. If you paperwork is incorrect or missing, then you will be refused entry to the premises by DEFRA.
  6. Please have your stock at the market between 9.00 am and 10.00am
  7. It is essential that we are notified of all entries by telephone, prior to the sale day.
  8. If your stock are Farm Assured would you please ensure that you write the number and attach your label on the movement form.

We thank you for your business in the past and look forward to your continued support.