Fleetwood Market has been a storied part of this coastal resort town for almost 200 years, offering stalls that include food, clothing, household goods, jewellery, crafts, electronics and more. There are around 200 stalls of shopping delight, including snack and pastry shops that keep you coming back for more.
Many of the stalls and vendors have been a part of the Fleetwood Market for generations, so the shopping experience feels very personal and welcoming. By continuing to be a traditional market decade after decade, Fleetwood Market has kept its identity as a Victorian market, and every customer sees the benefit.
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Fleetwood Market highlights
As online shopping grows and customer interactions dwindle, Fleetwood Market is a breath of fresh air. The variety of shops is the highlight of Fleetwood Market, including over 20 clothing stores. If you need to throw a party, everything your imagination could desire is here. Toys, tools, ties and tarot cards are a handful of the other finds.
If you like candy, specifically rock candy, you can head to one of the 4 sweets vendors here. If you like just strolling around perusing what captures your fancy, you can come to the market, grab a drink from the cafe and meander to your pleasure.
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Good to know when visiting Fleetwood Market
If you are visiting Fleetwood Market with a group, free coach parking is available. Otherwise, there’s an abundance of off-road parking if you are driving yourself to the market. Fleetwood Market is only open Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, so keep that in mind when you’re planning a visit here.
Fleetwood Market also hosts various events for families and children around popular holidays, which might mean increased visitor traffic. The market is also entirely indoors, so you never have to worry about inclement weather preventing your ability to shop.
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Fleetwood Market
Location: 26 Adelaide St, Fleetwood FY7 6AD, UK
Open: Tuesday and Thursday–Saturday from 9 am to 4.30 pm (closed Sunday–Monday and Wednesday)
Phone: +44 (0)7305 768275