Around 70 of the best independent traders will be heading to St George’s Hall this Sunday to showcase a vast array of stunning and unique products.
The artisan market, which has FREE entry, returns on Sunday 5 October, after the huge success of last year’s event. Running from 10am to 4.30pm expect stalls filled with beautiful artwork, jewellery, candles and one-off homeware pieces.
There will also be a whole host of goodies ranging from chocolates to cheeses and chutneys, right through to a large selection of art and craft.
Outside the Hall, the food zone will be the perfect place to take a break from browsing, with a variety of hot food vendors offering light bites or more substantial meals. And why not sit back and relax inside with a drink and enjoy the live music performances which will be taking place throughout the day.
Last year’s Autumn market attracted more than 3,000 visitors and there are already plans for a winter instalment of the market, which will take place on Sunday 2 November.
Liverpool is home to a well-established markets offer, from the weekly Great Homer Street Market (Greatie Market) – to a regular programme of farmers’ and craft markets. Please visit the Council’s markets webpages for more information.
Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet Member for Culture, Health and Wellbeing, Councillor Harry Doyle, said:
“Liverpool’s markets offer is booming! On the back of the fantastic turnout in Chinatown last weekend, our markets team are returning with the St George’s Hall Autumn market which proved to be a huge hit last year.
“Feedback from visitors showed that not only was it a chance for them to enjoy high-quality, locally produced products, but being able to browse and shop in the beautiful surroundings of St George’s Hall made it truly special experience.
“And this is of course in addition to a regular community and farmers’ markets which take place across the city – each one offering something unique and helping to support our local traders and creatives.
“We’re proud to see Liverpool’s market scene thriving, and we’ll continue to invest in these vibrant spaces that bring people together, celebrate local talent, and boost our economy.”
Local trader and textile designer specialising in unique, bespoke city landscapes, Sandra Hepworth, said:
“The market was a big hit last year, and I’m so pleased we’re returning to St George’s Hall again. With so many local traders involved you really get that personal, friendly interaction that makes artisan markets like this really stand out from the crowd.
“And of course being located in such amazing surroundings really gives this market the edge. I know so many people who are excited to come along on Sunday – not only to check out the unique pieces for sale, but also to enjoy this incredible heritage gem, which many will be visiting for the first time.”
