Market takes a break and calls for ideas

Press release: Market takes a break and calls for ideas
From: Sustainable Maidstone / County Town Farmers Market
Contact: Derek Eagle 07956344722

The organisers of Maidstone’s Farmers’ Market are calling for ideas from the public about how the market could improve. The market is taking a break during the summer while organisers find out from the public how they would like to see the market develop. They are keen to know if the market is in the right place, runs on the right days and sells the right produce for Maidstone residents. Organisers have asked that suggestions be emailed to stuartj@fastmail.co.uk During the summer, the market stalls are hoping to trade in The Mall.

Derek Eagle, the market’s manager: “With three years under our belt we thought it was time to take a short break and to take stock. We want to know from people who don’t normally come to the market what would make it attractive for you and what would you like to see at the market.

“Farmers’ markets play a key role in local economies while helping bring local produce to people. We want to build on the sucess of the last three years and make the next three even better, but we need the help of Maidstone residents to do this. If you have thoughts on how to make the market even better please let us know.”

Jan Prior, Blackthorn Trust and regular stall holder at the market: “We have been very impressed by the way that the market is able to bring a great range of produce to the centre of Maidstone and by the supportive customers. The market needs to take the next step and needs fresh ideas to make it even better.”

Notes

• The County Town Farmers’ Market has run outside County Hall in Maidstone for the past three years.
• Market manager, Derek Eagle has built up a thriving Farmers’ Market and is a founder member of Kent Farmers’ Market Association.
• The market is backed by Sustainable Maidstone www.sustainablemaidstone.org.uk

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Stuart Jeffery
07970 436029
http://www.stuartjeffery.net

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