Heaton Fold Garden Centre’s first artisan market of the year returns

Heaton Fold Garden Centre will welcome back traders, selling an amazing of array of wares.

Stall owners brave the rain at Heaton Fold Garden Centre Image: VQ

Visitors can pick up handmade goods and home-cooked food while picking up bits and pieces for the garden.

And they can enjoy listening to the stories behind the goods.

Abbie Howard, from Heaton Fold Garden Centre, told The Bolton News: “We have got some of the regular stall holders from last year and we have still time to attract new and different stalls.”

Usually sold at the markets is jewellery, knitted items, cosmetics, pens and other handmade unique finds.

The first of the stallholders to come forward is Magari’s, which have a selection of Sourdough bread and other bakes.

A popular feature is a display from Lancashire Hawks & Owls, which was a“massive hit” last time.

Lancashire Hawks & Owls take in rescued birds of prey like falcons and owls to rehabilitate them.

Stall owners brave the rain at Heaton Fold Garden Centre Image: VQ

Returning to the markets once again is That Silver Touch with jewellery and MadGirl Makes with candles and wax melts.

The market runs from 10am to 3pm, with the last market taking place in December last year.

Artisan market dates are April 26, May 24, June 28, July 26, August 23, September 27, October 25, November 22 and December 13.

In a statement Heaton Fold Garden Centre said: “Come and join us as we welcome back an amazing roster of bakers, do-ers and crafters to celebrate all that Bolton has to offer; a truly talented bunch of people, and with free entry and parking, you wont want to miss it!

“Hot food and drink are available to buy both at the market and at our on-site Cafe. Whether you fancy a cheese and onion pie, or a bacon barm, we’ve got you covered.”