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Belper’s Farmers Market is a well-established monthly event that reflects the town’s strong sense of community and its heritage as a traditional market town. Held on the second Saturday of each month in the historic Market Place, the market typically runs from around 8:30 am until early afternoon, drawing both locals and visitors into the heart of Belper. The setting itself adds to the atmosphere, with stalls arranged against the backdrop of historic buildings, creating a lively and welcoming environment that feels rooted in the town’s long trading history.
What makes Belper’s Farmers Market particularly appealing is its emphasis on locally produced goods. Visitors can browse a wide range of fresh and artisanal products, including bread, cakes, cheeses, honey, pies, and other regional specialities, often sold directly by the producers themselves. Alongside food, there are usually craft stalls offering handmade items such as soaps, textiles, and flowers, adding variety and supporting small independent businesses. The market not only provides high-quality local produce but also encourages sustainable shopping and strengthens connections between producers and the community, making it an important and vibrant part of Belper’s cultural life.
Number 28 in Belper
No28 is a welcoming, multi-purpose community venue located in the heart of Belper, Derbyshire. The building features a single, flexible hall space with a capacity of up to 60 people, available for private hire. The hall includes a raised stage area, a fully equipped kitchen suitable for catering and food preparation, and unisex toilet facilities.
There is level access to the hall itself via a side ramp, but four steps up to the stage, kitchen and WC – the subject of an imminent planning application and fund raising for a fully accessible toilet.
Designed to support a wide range of local activities, No28 serves as a hub for community groups, workshops, performances, meetings, and social events. The walls of the venue regularly showcase rotating exhibitions that celebrate local art, heritage, and creativity, ensuring there’s always something new to discover. Whether you’re planning a community gathering, hosting a class, or looking for an inspiring space to meet, No28 offers a friendly and adaptable environment for all.
