More than 1000 people attend first Maryport local makers' market
More than 1,000 people attended the Maryport makers' market on Sunday, June 29.
The event was held on the harbourside and featured some of the best artisan producers and crafters from across Cumbria.
The market was organised by Cumbrian outfit, TEGretail who aim to 'foster entrepreneurship' and 'revitalise' local economies.
The group provide mentorship, market opportunities, and business consultancy to help entrepreneurs transition from market stalls to permanent retail spaces.
Stalls at the event included Chloes Chateau, Manor Barn Cumbria, Cumbrian Coastal Kitchen and DosaChaska.
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A spokesperson for TEGretail said: 'What a fantastic first day we have had at Maryport! Scenic and sunny.
'We have had more than 1000 people come through the 'doors'
'A big thank you to The Buyers Club for their music and Maryport Business Group and Maryport Horizons Social Enterprise for welcoming us to this amazing space and thank you of course to our fab traders and all who came, supported and shared.
'July here we come.'
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