Market forces!

Council celebrates after success of antiques market

- Sentinel Reporter

A COUPLE who launched their business venture during the height of the pandemic are now part of a collective of specialist traders who are looking forward to a bright future on Newcastle-under-Lyme Markets.

Rachael and Paul Brittain are among 27 small business owners who will continue to create a unique atmosphere on The Stones on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the year now that the borough council has negotiated an enhanced contract for the popular antiques and collectibles market.

The sold-out market, operated by the Antique Forum Group, sells a range of rare items and timeless curiosities from jewellery, pottery and clothing to vinyl records, toys and military items.

The traders are a healthy mix of local people who are part of the furniture to newer additions who travel miles, from as far as Ludlow, to be part of the action.

The council is shining a spotlight on independent traders who bring character, creativity and community spirit to the thriving market while encouraging shoppers, collectors and treasure-hunters to support those who help to keep the town centre vibrant.