A NEW monthly pop-up artisan market is to launch in St Helens town centre.

Pop Up Market Co have been working alongside St Helens Council to bring the market to the heart of St Helens town centre, on Church Street and Church Square, every last Saturday of the month, launching on June 29.

There will be a line-up of award-winning food and drink producers with spicy sauce from Daddy Cools; homemade fresh cheesecakes from Cheshire Cheesecake; jam packed doughnuts from the team at Doughfinity; slabs of focaccia and sweet treat cannoli from La Focaccia; patisserie from D'ori and more. 

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There will be plenty of crafts on hand also, including handpoured candles from artisan Malmo, treats for your furry friends from Mardies Natural Treats and solid wood outdoor seating from Bobbies Furniture. 

The pop-up market will launch on June 29The pop-up market will launch on June 29 (Image: Submitted)

The first Pop Up Market will be held on Saturday, June 29, from 10am to 4pm.

Artisans 'raring to go' for pop-up market

Matilda Bruchard, the driving force behind Pop Up Market Co, said: "This is an incredible opportunity to showcase a curated mix of the finest artisans from around the heart of St Helens.

"Pop Up Market Co strive to bring excellence to all events whilst supporting local small independent businesses and offering a platform to showcase to the community.

"You can expect to see many award-winning food producers, entertainment for children, live music and mouth-watering street food.

"We have a great selection of artisans raring to go already and we hope to see you all on Church Street and Church Square on Saturday, June 29."

Pop Up Market Co will launch in Church Street and Church SquarePop Up Market Co will launch in Church Street and Church Square (Image: Submitted)

Sean Traynor, director for strategic growth at St Helens Borough Council, added: “We are delighted to be welcoming this exciting new addition to St Helens town centre that will offer small businesses around the area an opportunity to sell unique offerings.

"This is something different that we know shoppers will enjoy and bring new life to Church Square on Saturdays, which is one of the ways we are working with businesses to provide greater choice and activities for visitors to St Helens town centre.”

  • Email matilda@popupmarketco.co.uk to get involved and visit popupmarketco.co.uk.