GREAT Sankey Market is returning after a successful launch at Christmas. Following the government s easing of lockdown restrictions, the pop-up artisan market with a focus on food and crafts made by independent traders will be back at The Woodlands pub in Liverpool Road on Saturday, April 17. There will also be arts, handmade gift ideas, craft alcohol, ceramics, jewellery, pet products, home decor items and candles and wax melts. The dog friendly outdoor event will then be monthly every third Saturday with free entry. There will be around 50 stalls. Great Sankey Market is hosted by Independent Street which champions and provides a platform for independent businesses and producers in the area.
THE first Great Sankey Christmas Market is fast approaching. It was originally due to take place at the end of November but was rescheduled due to the second national lockdown. The festive pop-up outdoor event with arts, crafts, handmade gift ideas and street food has come about thanks to a partnership between Lisa Cowley, of ‘Independent Street’ artisan markets, Great Sankey Parish Council and The Woodlands pub. Lisa said: “After the second national lockdown which saw us unfortunately having to cancel our previously planned date for this event, we were thrilled to have secured a new date and aim to bring some safe festive cheer to the community.