Welcome to 2026: A Year of Markets, Events & Community

As we step into 2026, we'd like to wish everyone a very Happy New Year and say a huge thank you to our traders, partners, performers, contractors, and visitors who made last year so memorable. Every market stall, live performance, family activity, and community moment helped shape what we do — and we're incredibly proud of what we achieve together.

Reflecting on the Year Gone By

Last year was packed with vibrant markets, large-scale events, and countless moments that brought people together across our towns and green spaces. From weekly markets supporting local businesses to seasonal celebrations and special event days, we've seen first-hand the power of community-led events to boost local economies and create shared experiences.

We're grateful for the ongoing support from our local authorities and partners, whose collaboration allows us to continue delivering high-quality, well-managed events that are accessible and welcoming for all.

Looking Ahead to 2026

2026 is shaping up to be an exciting year, and we're already hard at work behind the scenes. Our focus remains on delivering:

• Thriving weekly and regular markets that champion independent traders and encourage people to shop local
• Large-scale public events that bring colour, culture, and energy to our town centres and parks
• Seasonal celebrations across spring, summer, autumn, and winter
• Well-organised, safe, and inclusive experiences for visitors, traders, and partners alike
• We'll also be continuing to evolve our events programme, introducing new concepts while refining our existing markets to ensure they remain fresh, relevant, and commercially successful for our traders.

Supporting Traders & Local Business

Our traders remain at the heart of everything we do. In 2026, we'll continue to support both new and established businesses through fair opportunities, clear communication, and well-promoted events. Markets are often the first step for small businesses, and we're proud to provide platforms where traders can grow, test products, and connect directly with customers.

Community at the Core

More than anything, our events are about people. They're about creating places where families spend time together, friends meet, visitors discover something new, and communities feel connected. As we move through 2026, we'll continue working closely with local stakeholders to ensure our events add real value to the places we operate in.

Join Us This Year Whether you're a regular market visitor, a trader looking for new opportunities, or a partner interested in working with us, we can't wait to welcome you to our markets and events throughout 2026.

Keep an eye on our website, social media channels, and app for event announcements, trader opportunities, and behind-the-scenes updates as the year unfolds.

Here's to a successful, vibrant, and community-filled 2026, we look forward to seeing you at our markets and events very soon.