Shrewsbury Market Hall calls for votes in bid to win national title

Fans of Shrewsbury Market Hall are being urged to cast their vote in a national competition to find the country’s best market.

The indoor market, run in partnership by Shropshire Council and Shrewsbury Town Council, has become a favourite destination for people looking for independent traders, food and drink, and is in the running to be named Britain’s Favourite Market 2023.

Great British Market Awards 2023

Rob Gittins, Shropshire Council’s Cabinet member for culture and digital, said:-

“Shrewsbury Market Hall has built up an excellent reputation across the county and beyond, featuring in national newspapers and magazines several times over the last 12 months.

“It is a fantastic destination; whether you are looking for good local produce, unique gifts and artisan products or somewhere to enjoy excellent food and drink. The late night events and winter warmer sessions are not to be missed, and I hope that people will get voting and help the Market Hall win the coveted title.”

Kate Gittins, market facilities manager, said:-

“We last won the title in 2018 and our popularity has grown significantly since then.

“We have seen our tenants launch successful businesses here in the Market Hall and then go on to open their own premises having established a strong customer base through our visitors, so it is a perfect location to develop a new venture.

“The market is thriving and simply gets better and better every year with more and more fantastic new stalls and eateries opening, but now we need support from our regulars to ensure the Market Hall is celebrated and recognised for the quality and creativity it brings.”

To vote for Shrewsbury Market Hall in the NABMA awards click here and scroll down to select Shrewsbury Indoor Market.

Voting closes at midnight on Tuesday 13 December 2022.