market Archives - Blackpool Social Club

28 May

Abingdon Street Market reopens its doors to the public

David Simper0 CommentsFood and Drink, Local Newsabingdon street market, Blackpool, food hall, market, market refurbishment

As a previously frequent visitor to Abingdon Street market I was keen to see what had been done with the space. Although there had been a launch 'do' the previous evening, Saturday 27th May 2023 was the first day of public operation. Prior to the 12:00 doors open time, there were queues down the street from the two Edward Street doors. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byQAA3K3URg Only the food hall section has been opened and the retail stall area was still blocked off with roller shutters. It was interesting trying to remember the old layout and transpose it on what's there now. It consists…

New Creative Market is coming to Blackpool

Blackpool Social Club0 CommentsLocal NewsArt, artist, Blackpool Creative Market, Craft, makers, market

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] On Saturday 23rd October, Blackpool Winter Gardens will play host to a range of independent designers, artisans and creatives from across the Fylde Coast. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] The first of its kind in Blackpool, the marketplace will bring together more than 20 invited artists and makers, giving visitors a chance to purchase unique artworks, homeware, fashion and foodie gifts. Visitors can explore at their leisure what the Fylde Coast’s talented artists and makers have to offer. [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] Jessie Crook from sustainable hair accessory makers That Scrunchie Brand says: [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=".vc_custom_1634897868048{padding-top: 10px !important;padding-right: 10px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;background-color: #ffe758 !important;}"]“We…

Blackpool’s splendid Abingdon Street Market to be reborn

David Simper0 CommentsFood and Drink, Local NewsBlackpool, market, refurbish

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] A market charter had to be granted for one to take place, playing a key role in defining a town. This always seem to be one of the first things mentioned in any municipal history. What place the market now and what future the market in Blackpool? Mum always liked to shop at the market and that's probably one of the sources of my affinity with them. She would scout round the back for leftover leaves for the guinea pigs; people would see her and say 'poor woman'. Not quite that poor. The guinea pigs were grateful, and quite…