Did you know that Altrincham was established as a market town in 1290? Altrincham market was first created around agriculture; for the many farms in Cheshire to meet and trade. Today, Altrincham market is still going strong and is one of the best markets, not just in Cheshire, but the whole country. Take some time to visit this real gem.
The Market offers not just a good range of quality, fresh local and speciality produce, as visitors may have experienced in 1290, but also offers a great range of other goods and individual products, always at competitive prices.
Many of the traders have been at Altrincham Market for many years. They have come to appreciate their customers’ tastes and preferences and are happy to offer samples on a ‘try before you buy’ basis. They are also able to provide good advice based on years of experience, sound knowledge and a belief in their goods and produce.
Altrincham Market holds weekly markets as well as monthly ones and plays host to a number of special markets and activities throughout the year. You can have a relaxing stroll, browse for some tempting treats, household staples or unique gifts and also enjoy some of the events that take place during the year.
The following times are for guidance only and may be altered during holiday periods. (Market days and times courtesy of Altrincham Market):
Weekly Markets
Tuesdays & Saturday - 9am-4pm
General Retail with a variety of stalls selling a range of goods from fresh, local produce to its famed flowers, fruit and fish as well as household goods, gifts, plants and bags.
Thursday - 8am-4pm
Antiques and Bric-a-Brac & Taylor's Fish Stall – now an established market.
Fridays - 9am-4pm
Smaller scale general retail market
Monthly Markets
First Friday of Every Month – 8am-2pm
Producers/Craft Market - A popular market that incorporates a farmers market as well as individual crafts.