We may be biased but if you ask us, the Lake District, Cumbria may just have the best collection of markets in the country. We’ve got weekly farmer’s markets in towns and villages across the county; and a deep connection to farming and agriculture which goes back in some cases to ancient times.
Pay one a visit, and you’ll find a wide selection of fresh vegetables and farm-reared meats; homemade chutneys and jams; and all kinds of artisanal breads and cakes. Make a day of it with a visit to a traditional market town: grab a brew and discover our local produce, plus chat to the makers and discover its provenance.
Keep an eye out for Cumbria’s craft markets and fairs, too, where locally made arts and crafts are the perfect keepsake from your Cumbrian break. There’s a huge amount of artistic talent across the county, so whether you’re shopping for a loved one or for yourself, you’re sure to find something to tempt.
The Lake District, Cumbria, has a great range of markets, taking place in most towns throughout the county. Some are held on a weekly basis, with others taking place once a month. Check out what’s on when, here.
General retail markets include:
Keswick Outdoor Market, every Thursday and Saturday from 9am to 4.30pm.
Kendal Outdoor Market, every Wednesday and Saturday, from 8am to 5pm.
Kendal Indoor Market in the town centre, open six days a week, Monday to Saturday, from 8.30am to 5pm
Sedbergh Outdoor Market, every Wednesday from approx. 8.30am
Ulverston Outdoor Market, every Thursday and Saturday.
Ulverston Indoor Market, every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 9am to 5pm.
Farmer's Markets & Local Producers:
Brampton – last Saturday of the month from 9am - 1.30pm.
Brough – 3rd Saturday of the month, from 9am to 2pm.
Carlisle city centre – 1st Saturday of the month from 9.30am - 4pm.
Egremont – 1st Saturday & 3rd Friday of the month from 9.30am to 1pm.
Hawkshead - Lakeland Arts & Crafts, located in the Market Hall, operating most weeks throughout the year.
Kendal – last Friday of the month from 9am to 3pm.
Keswick – 2nd Thursday of the month.
Milnthorpe – 2nd Friday of each month (general market every other Friday).
Orton – the second Saturday of the month, from 9am to 2pm.
Penrith – 3rd tuesday of every month, from 9am to 2.30pm.
Pooley Bridge (Behind the Sun Inn): Last Sunday of every month (April – September), 10.30am-2.30pm.
Sedbergh (Joss Lane Car Park): Every Wednesday, 8.30am-2.30pm
Sedbergh Artisan Markets 2022: May 28th, June 25th, July 30th, August 27th, September 17th
Stainton (Penrith) - 3rd Saturday of the month from 9.30am to 2pm.
Please note that the information above is as accurate as possible but may be liable to change at each individual market’s discretion. Always check ahead before making a special trip.
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