Bingham Market

A traditional market, held every Thursday throughout the year around the historic Bingham Buttercross.

The small market town of Bingham lies to the east of Nottingham, on the edge of the picturesque Vale of Belvoir. The focal point of the town is the beautiful Buttercross situated in the Market Place. It was built in 1861 by public subscription, and the women of the Vale of Belvoir would sit and display their baskets of butter and cheese.

Edward II granted the original Market Charter to the Lady of the Manor Alice de Byngham in 1314. It is likely that the market existed before that date, with the charter merely legalising an already established event. The market fell into disuse at the end of the 19th Century and was re-opened in its present form in 1975.

Nowadays a market, managed by the Borough Council, is still held every Thursday around the Buttercross. Stalls are set up early in the morning with fresh produce such as fruit and vegetables, fish and meat. There are also household goods, plants and clothing as well as many other bargains. The opening times of the market vary slightly from season to season and subject to weather conditions, but generally stalls are set up from 7.30-9am and finish anytime between 2pm and 4pm.

During holiday periods the market is often enlivened by street entertainment to encourage families to come and enjoy the facilities. Look out for future advertising announcements.

Bingham Farmers' Market and Plant Fair

The farmers' market in Bingham takes place on the third Saturday of the month in the market square. Goods on offer include fresh local vegetables, honey, cheese, bread, meat and several specialist stalls selling home-made cakes, specialist teas, coffee, soaps and fresh fish. For stall enquiries call 0121 2869819 or visit www.unique-co.com

There is also a plant fair in Bingham on the held on the second Saturday of each month from April to September, where many rare and unusual plants can be purchased.

West Bridgford Farmers' Market

Twice a month, a farmers' market is held in central West Bridgford - usually on the Croquet Lawn along Central Avenue. Products on sale include fresh honey, home-made cakes, and organic meats and vegetables. The market takes place on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month. For more information visit www.westbridgfordfarmersmarket.co.uk. For stall enquries call 01664 822114.

West Bridgford Craft Market

During summer a monthly craft market is held on the Croquet Lawn in West Bridgford. For stall enquiries call 07909 748097 or email alan_woolley@talk21.com

 

Licenses for market stalls

If you would like to apply for a license to run a market stall, please use the Council's online licensing system.