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17Apr2026

Theatre production heading to Knutsford Market Hall

Internationally award-winning experts in storytelling, Wright&Grainger, are heading to Knutsford this summer following a successful tour in Australia, where they received five-star reviews at Fringe World Festival in Perth.

Selene tells the story of the Goddess and personification of the moon, known for her beauty and radiant glow – and what happens when she acknowledges the dark side of herself.

The production is being held at Knutsford Market Hall on Friday 26^th June from 7:30pm.

Join Wright&Grainger as they combine Greek Mythology with an epic soundtrack, to turn classical tales to modern myths.

Wright&Grainger said “SELENE is a radical exploding of an ancient myth. It’s about how we grow up living defined by our bodies, and about what happens when that changes. It’s a story about what we’re stuck in the orbit of. It’s a story about the light sides of us and the dark sides of us and it’s about the stuff inside us. All the wild stuff inside of us.”

The production is being hosted by Knutsford Town Council in partnership with Cheshire Rural Touring Arts. The show is suitable for ages 14+ and there will be a bar available for refreshment.

Tickets are £14 and available at www.knutsfordtowncouncil.gov.uk/selene

16Apr2026

Heathfields Plants return for the summer season

Popular local nursery Heathfields Plants are returning to Knutsford Market Hall from Saturday 18^th April for the summer season.

Run by George Riley, Heathfields will be showcasing their beautiful range of locally grown plants ready to brighten up gardens across the region.

George said, “We are delighted to be back at the market hall for the planting season. Find us outside the market every Friday, Saturday, and Makers Market Sunday. Our popular bedding plants will be available to purchase alongside our ready-made planters and hanging baskets. Free local delivery also available. Come down and visit us!”

Sandra Curties, Town Centre Manager said, “We are excited to have Heathfields back with us. George is always very popular with customers. This is an exciting time for the market hall; we have lots planned for Love your local market from May 15^th and are looking forward to welcoming our newest trader – SWEET. Knutsford as well. We urge visitors to visit and explore our wonderful market hall”

The full list of market traders is as follows –

The Market Café
SWEET. Knutsford
Cheshire Party Store
Market Hall Barber
Slipped Discs
Hot Cocoa (until 30^th May)
Market Hall Butcher
Knutsford Mobile
York & Co. – The Grocer.

Knutsford Market Hall is open every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and every Makers Market Sunday.

Pop-ups can apply to trade via https://www.knutsfordtowncouncil.gov.uk/services/market-hall/trade

25Mar2026

Knutsford Health & Wellness Week 2026 Brings the Community Together

Knutsford held its third week-long celebration of health and wellbeing this March. Organised by Knutsford Town Council, in collaboration with a range of the town’s health and wellbeing specialists, this year’s theme was ‘Nurturing Mind, Body and Soul’ with both residents and visitors enjoying a varied programme suitable for all ages, needs and abilities.

The week began with Re-Fresh Knutsford, a vibrant community fair at St John’s Church and Knutsford Methodist Church. Visitors explored a variety of local clubs, groups, volunteer opportunities, and wellbeing businesses and discovered new ways to get involved in the community.

The week highlighted how fortunate the town is to have such a wide range of health and wellbeing businesses on its doorstep, offering services and support that can be enjoyed by residents and visitors alike throughout the year.

Rodger Lewin from Knutsford Hearing Centre

Sign of Refresh Knutsford with blue and white ballons.

An arrangement of grapes, a smoothie, eggs

Womens Hormones talk at York & Co with speakers Monique Qureshi (Yoga Practitioner), Louise Carter (Dietician), Claire Milton (Womens Health GP), Claire Millington (Personal Trainer) and Lucy Norris (Presenter)

Throughout the week, participants took part in an exciting programme of free and discounted taster sessions, including Pilates, yoga, boxing, circuit training, massage, sound baths, and hypnotherapy. Health checks and screenings were also available, covering dry eye care, oral health, osteopathy, cardiovascular wellness, hearing tests, and musculoskeletal assessments. Specialist talks covered nutrition, menopause, infant and child food, posture, and relationship coaching.

Richard Clare, Managing Director of Clare & Illingworth Optometrists, the event’s sponsor, said:

“We were proud to support Knutsford Health & Wellness Week 2026. It was wonderful to see the community come together to explore a wide range of health and wellbeing opportunities, and we were delighted to be part of such an important initiative.”

Sandra Curties, Town Centre Manager at Knutsford Town Council, added:

“Health & Wellness Week provided an excellent opportunity for residents and visitors to engage with local wellbeing services and activities. We are grateful to all the businesses who participated and helped make the week so enjoyable for the community.”

The Town Council would like to thank Clare & Illingworth Optometrists for sponsoring the event and all participating businesses for their contributions.

Businesses involved included:

Roberta Beauty Redefined
Elite Health
Clare & Illingworth Optometrists
King Street Dental
Casbah Fitness
Soul Reformer
NC Health & Wellness
Judi Quirke Hypnotherapy
Find Your Backbone
King Street Dental
Satya Sanctuary
Tor Nutrition & Guided Outdoor Adventures
Siân Winslade Relationship Coach
York + Co.
Nicola Parish – Non-Linear Movement Method® and Reiki Healing Meditation
Empower Dance
Tomorrow Cardiovascular Wellness
K Clinic Dental
Knutsford Hearing Centre
Stable Minds
Carmichael Clinic of Physiotherapy & Acupuncture
Helen Jones Nutrition

19Feb2026

Knutsford Market Hall welcomes small businesses!

Knutsford Market Hall is offering the opportunity for affordable pop-ups for small businesses, artisans, and makers.

Following refurbishment last year, Knutsford Market Hall has an open central area for table-top traders, with stalls just £20 per day. By offering these competitive rates, the Market Hall provides a low-risk platform for digital-first brands or home-based creators to test the high street and connect face-to-face with the Knutsford community. The initiative utilises the newly created central space in the Market Hall, specifically designed during last year’s renovation to accommodate flexible events and casual traders. Successful applicants will join a vibrant family of established independents, including the likes of The Market Café, York & Co. – The Grocer and Slipped Discs.

“The Town Council is proud to provide the Market Hall as a launchpad for small businesses,” says Sandra Curties, Town Centre Manager and Market Officer. “By offering these £20 pop-up slots, we’re inviting the next generation of Knutsford traders to bring something fresh to the hall without the pressure of high overheads. Whether you’re a jeweller, or a craft maker, we want to see your talent in our central hub.”

The £20 rate includes a table, waste and WIFI with the market ideally located on Silk Mill Street straddling King and Princess Streets offering great visibility to residents and visitors. The pop-ups are available on all market trading days – Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and each Makers Market Sunday.

Lee Bosworth capturing some of the pop-ups at last year’s launch on May 10th, 2025

Small businesses interested in a “Startup Pop-Up” slot are encouraged to apply via the official Knutsford Town Council website at www.knutsfordtowncouncil.gov.uk/services/market-hall/trade. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis to ensure a diverse and exciting mix of products for shoppers and must compliment not compete with the permanent traders.

Knutsford Market Hall particularly welcomes applications from the following sectors as it wishes to host specialist markets on each Saturday as follows:

Homes and Gardens
Childrenswear and Toys
Food and Drink
Menswear and Womenswear

For more information, contact the Town Centre Manager at 01565 653 929 or email sandra.curties@knutsfordtowncouncil.gov.uk.

13Jan2026

Changes at Knutsford Market Hall

Knutsford Market Hall is buzzing with activity this month as it welcomes a local chocolate specialist, celebrates the expansion of a popular party boutique, and sees its newest grocer go digital.

The Market Hall family has grown with the arrival of Hattie Cufflin, the talent behind Hot Cocoa. Hattie opened her stall on Tuesday, January 13th, providing a temporary home for her artisan chocolates while her new permanent premises on King Street are being prepared.

Visitors can enjoy Hattie’s signature range of bon-bons and homemade chocolates, as well as access her bespoke cake ordering and collection service.

“I am so pleased to have the opportunity to trade in the Market Hall,” said Hattie Cufflin. “The traders have been incredibly welcoming, and it’s the perfect arrangement. Whether you are a regular or a new face, please come and visit—I’ll ensure your favourites are in stock!”

The Market Hall is also celebrating the success of Cheshire Party Store. Owners Simon and Melanie Naylor have moved into the larger stall previously occupied by Polka Bakery. This expansion allows them to showcase a wider variety of cards, balloons, and stationery. Fans of Polka Bakery needn’t worry, as the bakery will continue its presence in the hall as a weekly pop-up.

Simon and Melanie Naylor of Cheshire Party Store

Melanie Naylor commented: “We’ve been outgrowing our stall for some time, so we are thrilled to move to a larger space. We love trading in the Market Hall and are excited to offer even more to our customers.”

The market’s newest addition, York & Co. – The Grocer is expanding its horizons. Alongside a new range of organic staples and cold-pressed juices, they have officially launched their website: www.yorkandco.co.uk. Customers can now order tailored organic vegetable boxes for free local delivery or market collection.

Sandra Curties, Town Centre Manager, added: “We are delighted to have Hot Cocoa on board and to see Cheshire Party Store thriving. Offering local delivery is a fantastic step for York & Co., catering to our busy residents who can’t always visit us during the week.”

The full list of market traders is as follows –

The Market Café
Thai Kitchen
Hot Cocoa
Market Hall Barber
Slipped Discs
Cheshire Party Show
Market Hall Butcher
Knutsford Mobile
York & Co. – The Grocer.

Knutsford Market Hall is open every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and every Makers Market Sunday.

Pop-ups can apply to trade via https://www.knutsfordtowncouncil.gov.uk/services/market-hall/trade

Photo Credit – Knutsford Town Council and Lee Boswell Photography

7Nov2025

Prevent Breast Cancer Quiz Night at Knutsford Market Hall

Knutsford Market Hall is gearing up to host a fun-filled fundraising quiz night on Wednesday, December 3rd, in aid of charity Prevent Breast Cancer. The evening promises great entertainment, delicious food, and the chance to win fantastic prizes, all while supporting a crucial cause.

The quiz will be hosted by local quiz master Kevin Jardine with food and drink available from Thai Kitchen and raffle prizes to win from a selection of local businesses including Roberta Beauty Redefined, Detaljer, Knutsford Olde Sweet Shoppe, Hot Cocoa, The White Orchid Floral Boutique and Cottons Hotel and Spa. Thai Kitchen will also be contributing a percentage of profits from the evening to this worthwhile charity.

Kevin will put teams’ general knowledge to the test. Attendees can look forward to enjoying tasty food and drinks from Thai Kitchen, which is also generously contributing a percentage of its profits from the evening directly to the charity.

The newly refurbished Market Hall will open its doors to quiz-goers at 7:00 PM, with the quiz kicking off promptly at 7:30 PM.

Tickets are priced at £20 and cover a team of four or six people A small prize awaits the winning team!

Kerri Reece, a local resident and representative for Prevent Breast Cancer, shared her excitement: “We are really looking forward to everyone attending the quiz night, having fun, enjoying the Thai food, and of course, raising money for this worthwhile charity. All monies raised on the night will go directly to the charity.”

Sandra Curties, Town Centre Manager, added, “We are delighted to host the quiz in aid of Prevent Breast Cancer and look forward to a great, festive evening here at the Market Hall.”

Prevent Breast Cancer is the only UK charity committed solely to predicting and preventing breast cancer. For more information about their work, visit: https://preventbreastcancer.org.uk/

Tickets can be purchased via: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/pbc/1918368

North West based Prevent Breast Cancer is the only UK charity committed solely to predicting and preventing breast cancer. Further information can be found here –

Prevent Breast Cancer Home

24Oct2025

Market Hall Roof Works Completed

A second programme of investment in Knutsford Market Hall has now been completed.

Knutsford Town Council appointed local firm, Cheshire Roof Repairs and its sister company Cheshire Solar Services to deliver an upgrade to the main roof of the Market Hall. The works, which started in September, followed the major renovation undertaken within the building earlier in the year.

This programme of works:

Installed a layer of insulation to the roof to help retain heat during the winter and reduce heat gain during the summer
Replaced the old single glazed skylights with new double-glazed tinted glazing units which will let more light in whilst blocking some of the sun’s heat during the summer
Renewed the roof covering with a new flat roof system to provide longevity
Replaced the old single glazed upper front windows to new, openable double-glazed units
Installed a new solar panel system with battery storage to reduce grid electricity consumption

The £90k investment was funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, administered by Cheshire East Council.

“These works have delivered a major upgrade to the sustainability of the Market Hall, helping us retain heat in the winter, reduce heat gain in the summer and generate some of the electricity that the building needs – even in October we’ve been able to generate around 10% of our daily electricity usage” said Town Clerk Adam Keppel-Green.

The Market Hall is home to eight fixed traders which include an organic greengrocer, local butcher, vinyl records and bakery. The market is also able to accommodate pop-up casual traders and out of hours is a hireable community space which has already hosted children’s birthday parties, daylight discos, community meetings and fundraising events.

“We know that this summer the market was too hot and as these works complete, we are now exploring the installation of fixed air conditioning and additional ventilation to ensure we don’t have a recurrence of the issues again in 2026” Adam added.

To enquire about a casual stall, or to hire the venue visit: https://www.knutsfordtowncouncil.gov.uk/services/market-hall

9Oct2025

Join us for “Thai Night” at Knutsford Market Hall!

Thai Kitchen, the hugely popular stall in the newly refurbished Knutsford Market Hall, is bringing a taste of Bangkok to Cheshire with its first-ever Thai Night on Saturday the 25th October. Promising a unique blend of authentic street food, explosive culture, and high-energy entertainment, the evening is set to be one of Knutsford’s must-attend events.

The event is a celebration of all things Thai, offering much more than just the delicious food that has made the stall a local favourite. Attendees can look forward to a vibrant programme that includes:

Demonstrations and displays of Thailand’s national sport of Muay Thai

DJ spinning the best of R&B and 90’s hip hop

Prize draw to win prizes from market hall traders and other Knutsford businesses

A selection of signature Thai dishes available to purchase throughout the evening

A chance to win a dream holiday to Koh Samui in partnership with Singa beer

Thai Kitchen owner, May Lynch said, “We are delighted to bring a night of Thai flavour, culture, and rhythm to Knutsford. We will be serving our amazing food alongside some great beers, wine and spirits. Lots of people have tasted our food but few have seen a Thai boxing demonstration so please come along and join in the fun. We guarantee fun, energy and an all-round good vibe all evening!”

Tickets cost £5 and include one entry into a prize draw and a welcome drink. The evening is hosted by local radio celebrity Rachel Burke-Davies from the Breakfast team. The event takes place on Saturday 25th October between 6L30pm and 10:30pm. You can purchase a ticket by visiting the market hall from 9am each Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

5Sep2025

Organic grocer opens in Market Hall

Knutsford Market Hall is delighted to announce the opening of its new organic greengrocer, York & Co. – The Grocer, bringing a new destination for fresh, organic produce in the town centre.

York & Co. – The Grocer is founded on the principle of providing high-quality, sustainably sourced food with a focus on supporting farmers and producers. The store will offer a wide range of organic fruits and vegetables and juices.

Alex Molloy owner of York & Co. – The Grocer said, “We’re so excited to open our doors at Knutsford Market Hall and be part of such a vibrant community. York + Co. is all about celebrating what’s in season, showcasing amazing growers and farms— from purple sprouting broccoli from Pollybell Farms to fennel from Strawberry Fields. We want to make it easier for people to enjoy fresh, organic food that’s good for you, good for the planet, and grown with care. Opening week has already shown us how much love there is locally for organic produce, and we can’t wait to keep sharing it with our community — including our weekly veg boxes and cold-pressed juices, which are coming very soon.”

Sandra Curties, Town Centre Manager, said, “We are delighted that York & Co have joined our market hall family. The market now offers a one stop shop for bread, pastries, meat, poultry, eggs and a fantastic new greengrocer. Our new grocer is set to become a vibrant hub for food lovers and a cornerstone of the community.”

The full list of market traders are as follows –

The Market Café
Thai Kitchen
Polka Bakery
Market Hall Barber
Slipped Discs
Cheshire Party Show
Market Hall Butcher
Knutsford Mobile
York & Co. – The Grocer.

Knutsford Market Hall is open every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and every Makers Market Sunday. It will also be open for the Christmas Markets on 29^th and 30^th November.

Pop-ups can apply to trade via https://www.knutsfordtowncouncil.gov.uk/services/market-hall/trade

12May2025

Knutsford Market Hall Unveils Stunning Refurbishment

The much-loved Knutsford Market Hall officially re-opened its doors on May 10^th after a significant refurbishment, its first major upgrade since the 1980s.

The revitalised space, part funded by the UK Government Shared Prosperity Fund has created a brighter, warmer, and more inviting experience for traders, visitors, and residents.

Local contractor Built by Mode was contracted to deliver the programme of improvement works which included removing the old, suspended ceiling, levelling the floor and installing a new toilet, storeroom and kitchenette. All existing stall structures were removed and a new suite of permanent stalls created around the edge of the space, leaving the centre of the hall for pop-up traders and events.

Re-opening the market was one of the last duties carried out by outgoing Town Mayor, Cllr Colin Banks. Colin said, “I was delighted to formally re-open the market hall. It was wonderful to see the traders in their new stalls and welcome both familiar and new faces back to the market. The market is now a much more welcoming space offering customers a varied shopping experience in the heart of our town. Please shop small and local.”

Sandra Curties, Town Centre Manager, said, “We are delighted that the market has re-opened and is now a warm more comfortable space for our traders and customers alike. Over the coming months, we hope to host a number of additional pop-ups and events, and we urge everyone to visit the hall and discover what is new.”

The newly re-opened market hall welcomes new ventures such as Polka Bakery, Thai Kitchen and Cheshire Party Store. These have joined familiar faces such as The Market Café, Market Hall Barber, Slipped Discs, Market Hall Butcher and Deli, and Knutsford Mobile.

Left to Right Nok Waugh Mina Ponpuak Amelia Giblin Bee Gibb Of Thai Kitchen

a Corner of the Market hall showing Mike Oldham and Mike Brown of Market Hall Butcher

Cheshire Party Store is the new venture of Simon and Melanie Naylor of the Knutsford Art and Stationery Shop.

Sandra added “The Town Council is proud to provide the Market Hall as a space to support small businesses. By offering competitive rents, the market hall provides a valuable platform for businesses to grow without the high overheads of a high street location. We invite anyone interested in trading with us to get in touch.”

The central section of the market can also be hired by small businesses offering a variety of choice to the consumer. During the launch this space was utilised by Flower and Twine Co, The Kokedama Llama, A Passion for Learning, Made with Love by Lise, and Hot Cocoa. Hot Cocoa hopes to have regular pop-ups in the market hall pending her move to new premises on King Street. The hall can also be hired for events, community and interest groups outside of trading hours.

The Town Council is currently looking for a new fruit and veg stall operator as Heathfields, who previously traded from the space, decided not to return to the new market hall.

Knutsford Market Hall is open every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 9am.

If you wish to trade at the market hall you can apply here – https://www.knutsfordtowncouncil.gov.uk/services/market-hall/trade

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