Houlton Artisan and Covent Garden Quarter Market Update

Update: 27/03/2026 at 16:54

Following a detailed site assessment and taking into account the current wind conditions, we have determined that the Houlton Market site presents an unsafe trading environment for Sunday.

The site is fully open, with no surrounding buildings or structures to provide shelter. As a result, wind gusts can move freely across the area, posing a significant risk to both market stalls and traders' stock. Current forecasts indicate gusts of up to 42mph.

The safety of our traders and visitors is our top priority. Given the exposure of this location and the potential for sudden gusts, it is not possible to operate safely under the current conditions. For this site, wind speeds would need to reduce dramatically to make trading viable, which, based on the forecast, we do not anticipate.

The Covent Garden Quarter Market is currently planned to go ahead as normal. A final decision regarding this market will be confirmed tomorrow, Saturday 28th March, by 12noon.

We appreciate your understanding and patience as we prioritise safety while monitoring the weather conditions.