Markets
The historic markets in Loughborough & Shepshed are rich in character, atmosphere and colour and have been a part of the town’s heritage for approx 900yrs.
The markets are operated and administered by the Council's Markets & Fairs Service. Prospective traders wishing to attend any of the Council’s markets should call or e-mail the markets office for information and updates on stall availability.
All traders should possess public liability insurance and produce proof of this upon attendance at the various markets
Loughborough Market
Making Markets Matter
Making Markets Matter aims to raise the profile of Loughborough Market with two fun events for people of all ages.
See details below for attractions on Thursday, May 29th and Saturday, August 9th
Fun for all the family in Loughborough Market Place |
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Voucher Vault: Fantastic prizes up for grabs Making Meals Matter: Taste Master Chef Geoff Tookey’s wonderful recipies made with ingredients bought from the Market. Five a day fruit and veg challenge: Win £100 in this excellent competition Plus:Face painting, balloons and other goodies all available. Making Markets Matter has been put together by the Loughborough branch of the National Market Traders Federation and is supported by the Loughborough Town Centre Partnership and Charnwood Borough Council. |
These outdoor retail markets are held in the Market Place and adjacent Streets of the Town Centre every Thursday & Saturday.
Operational hours for the markets are approx 7.00am – 5.00pm.
With approximately 125 traders in attendance selling a wide range of fresh produce including Fruit, Veg, Fish, Meat, Poultry and cheeses, together with a wide variety of food such as whole foods, confectionery, sweets, nuts, dried fruit, spices, tinned products, drinks, refreshments and take-away food.
In addition, there are stalls selling a full range of clothing from hosiery, underwear, baby/children’s wear, footwear, fashion, knitwear, menswear and outer clothing.
These stalls are complimented with a comprehensive range of traders selling such commodities as household/kitchen goods, fabrics, cosmetics, bedding and soft furnishings to name but a few.
In all there are over 60 types of goods on offer providing excellent quality and value for money.
For details of the other markets provided by the Council select from the list below:
Budding new market traders may get useful advice on the law, tax and insurance from the National Market Traders Federation.
