Sutton Coldfield town centre’s first monthly Farmers Market was such a success that organisers are planning a ‘monster’ event for Halloween – with 50 stalls set to line the Parade.
And there will be plenty of spooky fun at the market on Sunday, October 30th – with characters Jack Skellington and Sally Finkelstein, from The Nightmare Before Christmas, towering above shoppers on stilts.
Even the stallholders will be getting into the Halloween spirit, with prizes on offer to the best fancy dressed trader and the best spooky stall at the market, which is being organised by Sutton Coldfield Business Improvement District (BID).
Michelle Baker, Sutton Coldfield BID Manager, said
“We were absolutely blown away by the fantastic response to our first Farmers Market in September, and the next one is already going to be much bigger – with a third more stalls.
“We asked local residents to come along and support the first event and thousands turned out. We had brilliant feedback on the quality of the stalls, the atmosphere, and the way the market brought the feelgood factor to the town centre.
“As a Business Improvement District, we are exploring lots of ways to boost footfall in the town centre and introducing these quality speciality markets, selling local produce and artisan gifts, is already providing a reason to visit Sutton Coldfield.
“Now the market on October 30 should be even more fun, with all kinds of spooky Halloween fun, including free music and face painting and even more stalls.
“I would urge residents to come along and check out the brilliant stalls and support an event that is breathing life into the town centre.”
The speciality market is just one of the BID’s ideas to raise the profile of the town – following the launch of a vibrant new ‘Visit Royal Sutton Coldfield’ brand – with special events, competitions and improvements designed to make it a destination to spend time, eat, drink, shop and relax.
The market was launched as a three month trial which, if supported by the local community, will become a year-round event, 12 months of the year.
For Christmas, the BID has also announced six weekends of free town centre attractions, including a giant snow globe, Breakfast with Santa events and festive characters including the Grinch.
If you are interested in trading at the new Farmers & Craft Market please contact Michelle Baker email bidmanager@suttoncoldfieldtowncentre.co.uk
Some of the Traders confirmed for the Farmers Market on October 30th
On The Breadline
Mangia Mangia Italian Cuisine
Bak4Lov Vegan Cakes
Beaudesert Park Farm
Brummie Honey
Brook Farm
The Cheese Cavern
Nick The Fish
Brockleby’s Pies
Military Chef Chocolate
Lumberjaxe Food
Cheshire Pie Company
Franks Sauces
Nick The Fish
Cake A Daisy
Yvette’s Cakes
Blackridge Coffee
Bramble Berry Fairies
JustinTime Coffee
Mermazing Bath Bombs
Paul Meadows Photography
Karen Handmade Memories
Meal’s Bead Cove
Bespoke Wreaths
1945 Wines