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Swishing Event at Old Spitalfields Market

Spitalfields, London, UK – Saturday 5th February 2011 will see the return of ‘Swishing’ - the fun way to swap unwanted clothes and accessories – to an historic London indoor market. Taking place at Old Spitalfields Market (OSM), a venue that’s renowned for its array of fashion designers and retailers, members of the public can drop off their unwanted garments, shoes and accessories in the morning – then return later in the day to choose someone else’s. Ellie Barnatt, events manager at OSM, said: “Our previous swishing events have proven to be really popular with shoppers, so we’re

Historic London Market Finds ‘Flash’ Winners

Spitalfields, London, UK – 29th October 2010 - Following a recent competition held by Old Spitalfields Market to reintroduce the ancient arts of ‘Flash’ and ‘Banter’ at its site near Liverpool Street station, the public votes have now been counted and two winning traders have been awarded cash prizes. ‘Banter’ - essentially a market trader’s light-hearted (and often slightly cheeky) verbal interaction with customers, and ‘Flash’ - the visual presentation of the market stall are both ways in which a trader can make themselves stand out from their fellow stallholders and other local competing

Photo Call: Historic London Market Flash and Banter Competition Winners

Historic London Market Flash and Banter Competition Winners What: Following a recent competition to revive the ancient art of Flash and Banter in London markets, Wellington Market Company, the operator of Old Spitalfields Market will be presenting the winning market trader, Darren Charman of ‘The Funky Fingers’, with a cash prize of £750. Who: Funky Fingers are renowned for their exciting range of decoupage shoes, bangles, rings, bags and purses – plus an assortment of jewellery and other items. When: Friday, 29th October 2010 at 11am Where: Old Spitalfields Market 16 Horner Square

£75K Business Competition Deadline Extended

Luton, Bedfordshire, UK – September 2010 – Following last month’s launch of a £75,000, Dragon’s Den-style competition, by the operator of Luton’s indoor market, the organisers have announced that the deadline for registration has been extended by a further two weeks. This has been done to allow budding entrepreneurs that may have missed the competition’s launch due to the summer holidays, have a chance to register their interest. Town and Country Markets Ltd, the company that operates the popular market inside The Mall, is calling on individuals or groups to submit their ideas for

Lamb Street Market launched at Spitalfields

Spitalfields, London, UK – To mark the much-anticipated arrival of Origin: The London Craft Fair, that is being hosted at Old Spitalfields Market later this month, the market’s operators have announced that there will be a new, street market running for three consecutive weeks in Lamb Street. This special market is being jointly hosted by Wellington Market Company, Hammerson and Ballymore, the companies responsible for the two neighbouring stall markets. Just off Commercial Road and a short walk from Liverpool Street Station, the Lamb Street market will take place on Sunday 12th, 19th and

£75K of Business Support up for Grabs in Luton's Lair

Luton, Bedfordshire, UK – August 2010 – Budding entrepreneurs in the Bedfordshire town of Luton have a glimmer of hope with the launch of a brand new Dragons’ Den-style competition being hosted by the operator of the Town’s indoor market – with a prize worth around £75,000 to the lucky winner. Town and Country Markets Ltd, the company that operates the popular market inside The Mall, is calling on individuals or groups to submit their ideas for establishing a brand new business in the indoor market. Dave Gibbs, market manager, explained: “We know that there are a lot of people out there

Voting Underway in Luton Flash and Banter Competition

Luton, Bedfordshire, UK – July 2010 – Members of the public are being encouraged to vote for their favourite market trader’s ‘flash’ and ‘banter’ at Luton’s popular indoor market and stand the chance of winning a shopping voucher worth £250. This is part of an initiative that has been designed to reintroduce the dying art of ‘Banter’ - essentially a market trader’s light-hearted (and often slightly cheeky) verbal interaction with customers, and ‘Flash’ - the visual presentation of the market stall. These are both ways in which a trader can make themselves stand out from their fellow

A Celebration of Food and Drink at Old Spitalfields Market

Spitalfields, London, UK, 7th July 2010 – Renowned for its plethora of restaurants, bars and food outlets, Old Spitalfields Market (OSM), near Liverpool Street Station, is hosting a week-long celebration of all things culinary on the 19th July 2010. To the delight of foodies throughout the capital, OSM is marking this occasion with the launch of its new Flavours food court, located in the heart of the city and close to Brick Lane. A special area of the market will be dedicated to showcasing the best in local, regional and international food and drink. The Flavours food court also includes a

London Ale Taster - Battle for Ancient Role at Beer Market

Spitalfields, London, UK– Following last month’s call for applicants for the ancient position of London Ale Taster, on Wednesday 9th June, London’s historic Old Spitalfields Market will play host to an special beer event which will see six, short-listed candidates battle it out for the coveted role. The free event, which is open to the public, takes place at 1pm on the 9th June and will see the six contestants challenged with four tough rounds of ale tasting. They’ll have to correctly identify unmarked samples of different ales and match them to a list – earning points for each one

A Week of Free Fashion Shows at Old Spitalfields Market

Spitalfields, London, UK – Monday 10th May, 2010, marks the start of five consecutive days of free, fashion-filled events at London’s historic Old Spitalfields Market (OSM). The market, which is well known for its fashion designers and retailers, is constructing a 30ft long catwalk that will act as the focal point for the week’s events. Drawing on a rich vein of fashion excellence that runs throughout the area, the week’s events are a true collaboration between retailers, designers, hair stylists and beauty specialists. The participating retailers at OSM will also display a window sticker

‘Hug a Ginger’ Celebration in Morley Market

Morley, West Yorkshire, UK – 9th April 2010 – On Saturday 10th April 2010, Morley Indoor Market, near Leeds, is playing host to a day’s celebration of all things ginger. David Wilson, market Manager with Town and Country Markets Ltd, said: “We have decided that we will have a Ginger day, what you could call ‘hug a ginger day’ if you like.” ”They are quite often the butt of people’s jokes and we want to offer them our support. ”We will have ginger biscuits, ginger cakes, ginger cheese, ginger beer tasting and free ginger bread men for children. “The children will also be entertained with

Brighton Racecourse Easter Monday Market set to Break Records

Brighton, UK – 31st March 2010 – Visitor numbers to Brighton Racecourse for the traditional market are expected to smash last year’s record. Town and Country Markets, the event organisers, are predicting an increase to the bumper numbers experienced during last Easter Bank Holiday Monday. Taking place on Monday 5th April, the market at the Racecourse is long-established and is undoubtedly one of the South Coast’s premier events, drawing in visitors from all over the south of England. “We have received an overwhelming interest from traders who are booking pitches for the Bank Holiday Monday

Masterchef Star to Host a BBC Breakfast at Old Spitalfields Market

Spitalfields, London, UK – 30th March 2010 – On Wednesday 31st March, 2010, Old Spitalfields Market will play host to BBC London 94.9 and its special pre-election breakfast with Masterchef star John Torode and the show’s presenters Paul Ross and Gaby Roslin. Taking place between 8.30am and 10am, members of the public are invited to come along and taste a sample of the breakfasts that have been cooked by one of The Luxe’s top chefs for three political guests. Each of the three breakfasts on offer have been nominated by local MPs as their favourite. The MPs are: Dawn Butler MP, Labour (Brent

Chocolate World Record Attempt for Charity

Luton, Bedfordshire, UK – 15th March 2010 – Piers Morgan couldn’t manage it and neither could hopeful contestant James Boyd on last year’s Britain’s Got Talent television show. This Saturday, 20th March 2010, members of the public will be able to find out if they have what it takes as Luton Indoor Market is playing host to a Guinness World Record Attempt for the most Ferrero Rocher chocolates eaten in one minute. Open to anyone over the age of 18, the record attempt is being held to raise money for the Luton and Dunstable Children’s/Baby Intensive Care Unit. Dave Gibbs, market manager with

Changes Ahoy at St. Austell's Charlie's Adventureland

St. Austell, Cornwall, UK – 18th January 2010 – Town and Country Markets Ltd, operator of the St. Austell-based Cornish Market World, has announced a deal to acquire the visitor attraction, Charlie’s Adventureland, along with additional land surrounding its market site. Charlie’s Adventureland was established in 1997 as a visitor attraction situated along side Cornish Market World and over the years it has proven to be a popular destination for locals and tourists. Ken Gorvin, current owner of the site commented: “Town and Country Markets are currently operating the main market site, an

Old Spitalfields - New Future

Wellington, Shropshire, UK – 5th January 2010 – Wellington Market Company PLC, the UK’s largest private operator of traditional markets, has announced that it has signed a deal with The Ballymore Group to manage the operation of the historic Old Spitalfields Market in London’s East End for Ballymore. The company is planning to transform the market into an international retail, event and entertainment destination that visitors can use throughout the day and into the evening – offering a whole new experience - whilst at the same time preserving the important traditions of market life in the

Christmas Food Price Battle

Wellington, Shropshire, UK – 16th December 2009 – With the supermarkets battling each other for their share of our nation’s festive food shopping budgets in the run up to Christmas, the results of a shopping basket survey has today revealed that they are not quite as cheap as they’d have us believe. The survey, which was carried out on behalf of Town and Country Markets Ltd, compared the price for a basket of Christmas day essentials from a number of traditional markets, against the big three supermarkets: Sainsbury’s, Tesco and Asda. It has shown that, when comparing the average cost of a

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