Wigan artisan market will have a huge food and drink edition this weekend
More than 80 independent traders and a packed programme of entertainment are promised at the free event, which will bring together artisan food and drink producers, street food, bakers, makers and independent businesses.
More than 80 independent traders and a packed programme of entertainment are promised as an artisan market is held in Wigan.
A special food and drink edition of the event will take place from 11am to 4pm on Sunday at The Cotton Works.
The free event will bring together artisan food and drink producers, street food, bakers, makers and independent businesses, alongside workshops, demonstrations, talks and family activities.
The programme includes a talk with Jamie from Burger and Bird at 11am, a pizza-making workshop with Dough So Good at noon and a Man vs Food competition at 1pm.
At 2pm, Tom from Hive & Honey will host a honey and beekeeping talk, while Oakcroft Organics will present From Fork to Field – The Organic Story, exploring organic growing and the journey behind the food we eat.
A cocktail masterclass will take place at 3pm.
Visitors can also enjoy free face painting from Just Face Painting Cheshire, a free Burger Lab children’s arts workshop with Mila, live music from Tina SAX, walk-around characters, arcade games and a DJ.
The market will feature a huge selection of independent traders selling everything from artisan cheese, bread, cakes, brownies and street food to jewellery, gifts, homeware, pet products and handmade crafts.
Parking is available at Wigan Investment Centre and The Edge, with disabled parking available on site.