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Bury Council is developing a plan to bring a weekly market back to Ramsbottom town centre after it closed earlier this year. The traditional market first came to the town more than 40 years ago and took place each Saturday on the car park behind Bridge Street. It became a staple for locals and visitors to pick up fresh fruit, fish and bread along with other goods sold by its regular and casual stallholders.
(Image: NQ) Ramsbottom Market Get the latest news delivered straight to your inbox by signing up for the Bury Times morning newsletter as well as our breaking news alerts. READ NEXT: ‘We can only do this for so long’: Opticians boss shares concerns amid rising costs READ NEXT: Bury FC footballer calls on fans to help bring back his smile The final market day took place on February 1 after the last market trader left before a new operator could be instated. Cllr Charlotte Morris, Cabinet Member for Culture, Economy and Skills, said: “We are working on a permanent solution to reinstate the Ramsbottom Market.
“Alongside this, we are also looking into a temporary solution to bring back a regular market in Ramsbottom to support the Town Centre and local businesses. “Local councillors are working with council officers to shape what will be delivered in consultation with Ramsbottom’s community.” Ramsbottom hosts several seasonal farmers, food and artisanal markets throughout the year and thousands of people descend on the town each summer for the famous annual World Black Pudding Throwing Championships.
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