Warrington is a historic market town and the earliest charter dates back to 1255. Two subsequent charters were granted by King Edward I. The first in 1277 and a second in 1285. In 1856 a permanent brick building was erected for the sale of meat and extended in 1873 to include a fish market and later a general market hall. Hygiene standards in the late 1960’s dictated that the Victorian market no longer served a purpose and the market was relocated to its present site on Bank Street. Street names suggest that the town previously traded in a number of wares, such as Buttermarket Street and Horsemarket Street.

The market is due to be relocated as part of the town centre’s regeneration project and will move to a temporary location within the redevelopment in about twelve month’s time, prior to its final home sometime in 2018. Steve Pickering, Market Services Manager is part of the redevelopment team and was responsible for designing the layout of the new market, which he did in consultation with members of the market traders committee. He wants their individual trading areas to reflect their personalities whilst retaining a high quality fit out and presentation.

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