The sun is shining on shoppers today as they enjoy the launch of the first ever Southport Makers Market.
The event opened at 11am this morning on Market Street, next to Southport Market, and runs until 4pm this afternoon.
Visitors are enjoying more than 60 artisan stalls, selling a wide variety of goodies including: chocolate, rum, cheesecakes, crafts, jewellery, cheese, chili sauce, pies, fine art, soap, candles, doughnuts, handcrafted driftwood artwork, German bratwurst, grilled cheese toasties, desserts, perfume, tea, fudge, craft beers, coffee, handmade cards and stationery, and much more besides.
Stand Up For Southport co-owner Phil Gee, who took these images, said: “It was really well run, with a one way system in place.
“People were enjoying the live music, and there was a really good atmosphere.
“It’s great to see this area of town busy like this.
“I am really looking forward to seeing our new look Southport Market opening in a few weeks’ time. When it does, we really will see a real spark to the ‘Market Quarter’ in Southport.”
Speaking on the Southport Makers Market Facebook page, Sarah Hodge said: “It’s fab, popped down just after 11am, lovely and busy, some fantastic stalls, came home with candles, dog treats and donuts.”
Lucy Lulu said: “Was lovely! Well done everyone. Nice atmosphere and got a couple of nice bits.”
Rich Kenny said: “Popped down earlier. Came back with pies, cake and beer.”
Traders you will find there today include:
3 Lids Rum Ltd
Alan Jones
Artistic Creations by Gill
Arts & Crafts by Roberta Mendonca
BBQ Events Company
Bobbies Furniture
Bobbins Broider
Boxstar Creative Ltd
Carmatara Jewellery
Cheshire cheesecakes
CocoAimes
Crabby Crafts
Crackers About cheese ltd
Daddy Cool’s Chilli Sauce
Dave the Pie Man
DAVID RYCROFT
Digger & Dozer
Eggbert and Daisy
ERNIE & THEO
Flowercrown Magic
Goody Paws LTD
Goosnargh Gin
Hipandra
HomelessGhostPrints
In The Dog Haus
Indriftic
Julias Healing Jewels
Kerry Morgan Jones
Kevin Wood Fine Art
Kickass
little doris silver jewellery
Moose Melts
Mr French Soap
Naked Peak
Nannie Bs
Okay Cokey
Painted mind art
Planet Doughnut Ltd
Pudding and Pie North West Ltd
Red floral
Sam Harding
Sarah Gregory Designs
Sassy Magpie
Scrumpy Pig
Signature Soaps
Signature Scones
Skyn Bakery Ltd
Snookycandlss
Soraya
Spoon Desserts (NW) Ltd
Sweets and Savouries by Anasma
Ted and Belle Perfume
The Castle kitchen Company
The Great British Cheese Company
The Little Bakery
The Manchester Soap Company Ltd
The Neighbourhood Threat
Tiger Tea Co
Tillys Fudge
Trina Bailey Therapies
Trina Bailey Therapies
TWISTED WHEEL BREW CO .LTD
VRJJ
White Bean Coffee
YES B V.I.P LIMITED
Zavannah
Victoria Crane, Event Manager of the Makers Market, said: ”Calling all Northern Foodies, Pie Lovers, Craft Enthusiasts, Good Vibe Seekers, Families, Shoppers, Antique Collectors and those on the hunt for a good day out…. Do not look any further! The Makers Market is set to launch in Southport on Sunday 6th of June and the first Sunday monthly!
“With an awesome selection of artisans who are set to inspire plus live music from local musicians you won’t be disappointed.
“The Makers Market is a superb opportunity to find out the origins of your food, meet the maker, feast your eyes upon some goodies and fill those shopping bags whilst indulging in some good conversations with our team and traders. We hope you can join us!
”We pride ourselves at the Makers Market in delivering delightful specialist events with many award winning local producers of unique goods set to inspire.
“We cannot wait to launch in Southport and hope you will join us for our launch on Sunday 6th June.
“It’s a really exciting time in Southport with the soon to be launched indoor food hall and we can’t wait to join forces and create something special on the first Sunday of the month.”
Do Want to get involved in the new Southport Makers Market? Contact the team! themakersmarket.co.uk or email matilda@themakersmarket.co.uk
Sefton Council is leading the transformation of Southport Market, on the corner of King Street and Market Street, into an exciting new food, drink and events hub.
Once complete Southport Market will have 11 food and drink units serving up mouth-watering food, supported by fresh produce from Blackhursts Butchers and flexible event and market space.
The new-look Southport Market is on course to open its doors this summer, thanks to the hard work of Sefton Council and partners including builders Medlock and Architect & Interior designers DV8 Design, which specialises in hospitality and commercial transformations.
The building is undergoing its £1.4million redevelopment thanks to £900,000 funding through Southport Town Deal and £500,000 through the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority.
Family-run Blackhurst Butchers, which has been in the market for nearly 50 years, recently moved to their new unit at the front of the market.
They will be joined by:
Pitamu (finest Greek street food)
600 Degrees (wood-fired speciality pizza)
Allotment (big American burgers and loaded fries)
Hectors Mexicana (the freshest Mexican street food)
Down and Oot (sizzling Canadian premium steaks and poutine)
King St. Bakery (iconic Portuguese tarts from Lisbon, plus tasty treats from across the UK)
Messy Moments (freshly-made crêpes or waffles with a variety of toppings)
Birkdale Pie & Mash (delicious home-made pies with a variety of fresh fillings)
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