Warwick's new market a 'hit' and will continue into the autumn
Warwick's artisan market, launched earlier this year, has proved such a hit that it will continue until at least the autumn, taking place every two weeks.
The market, which launched in April at the Lord Leycester, aimed to answer calls from the community for fresh fruit and vegetables and other produce.
It was initially billed as being staged on the first and third Wednesday of each month, but has been so popular the decision has been taken to hold it every two weeks from July throughout the summer
The Wednesday Market, which comprises a small selection of food and drink-focused stalls with an artisan feel, was created by Warwick Town Council in response to its Vision Workshops, in which the local community spoke of their desire for somewhere to buy fresh fruit and veg in the town centre.
Stalls vary week by week and have included fruit and veg, artisan pies, Indian fare including samosa made fresh on site, artisan cheese, homemade brownies and baking kits, natural dog treats, as well as French charcuterie, pate, terrines, and baguettes.
The stalls themselves were made bespoke by local carpenter Tony Hemming and line the entrance to the Lord Leycester's historic Medieval buildings - a key attraction in Warwick - providing the perfect backdrop to what is a unique offering for both residents and visitors to the town.
Kelly Scott, Warwick Town Centre Manager, said: "We're over the moon that the artisan market has been so well received. So far it has operated on the first and third Wednesday of the month, which means in longer months there can be an extra wait for it to come back. But given how
popular it's been we've taken the decision to stage it every two weeks from July, throughout the summer. We'll then look at it again in autumn to make a decision on its future.
"The Wednesday Market has given people a place to buy fresh produce during the week and builds on what is already a thriving independent retail offering, along with our larger Saturday market in the Market Square, giving residents even more reason to come and visit Warwick.
"We're always looking to expand the variety of traders, so if any local businesses want to get involved, we'd love to hear from them."
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