Stanley Park Market has reopened 100 stalls today after a triumphant first year in 2024.
To celebrate the new season, Merseyside award-winning actor and comedian Ricky Tomlinson welcomed the first day back in business with a ribbon cutting surrounded by community members.
The popular market will now be available every Wednesday, between 9am and 3pm, until mid-December, except when there are evening football matches held at Anfield Stadium or concerts.
Due to its popularity last year, the market located just north of Liverpool city centre, doubled in size from an initial 50 stalls.
Now boasting over 100 stalls each week, the market offers a variety of goods. From traditional fresh produce, handmade gifts, and plenty of drinks stalls, there’s something for everyone.
Councillor Harry Doyle, Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet Member for Culture, Health and Wellbeing, said: “Stanley Park Market exceeded our expectations last year and I can’t wait to see what it brings in 2025.
“Having it and the St George’s artisan market return this year just goes to show how popular and highly successful these community-driven events have been.
“Liverpool is known for its collective spirit and there’s no better place to witness it than in any one of our incredible markets.
“They’re a fantastic way to connect neighbourhoods and support our local businesses and community groups.”
The market’s growing success was celebrated at this year’s Great British Market Awards, where it took home the title of Best Community Market.
Louise Pritchard, owner of Just Bee Gorgeous, said: “I am really looking forward to taking my stall Just Bee Gorgeous to both Stanley Park and St George’s Hall, once again this year.
“Last year Stanley Park market had a fantastic community feel to it, because it was a place where people could meet up with their neighbours, family and friends, do a spot of shopping and also have a bite to eat, choosing from the impressive and reasonably priced food options available.
“It is crucial to support your local small businesses because they are the lifeblood of all communities.
“Your custom means so much more to a small business owner than to a giant multi-national corporation and could be the difference between being able or being unable to afford a sports kit for a child, fund medical expenses or even just pay for a short break for the family.
“Apart from the financial aspect, you are supporting someone’s dream which is fantastic.”
