The Artisan Market returns to Handforth this weekend with over 50 stalls offering a selection of food, drink, art and crafts.
There will also be music and entertainment at The Paddock and with Valentines Day approaching a Love Handforth competition is being held.
Jenny Hannah from Handforth Parish Council explained "We are looking for couples to share their love stories, or reasons they love the village. Those who participate will be entered into a free raffle to win a meal for four at Handforth's newest reason to love dining in Handforth, Hellas Traverna. Look out for details on the giant heart at the market."
Organisers Vicky Jackson and Denise Valente said "We are delighted to be returning to Handforth this Saturday, and love that the event is a great day out for all the family. The model railway will be running in Meriton Park during market hours, we have entertainment planned, music and face painting.
"We will be joined by a number of award winning food producers, and artisans creating specialist treats, gifts and delights."
Following the success of a three month trial in Handforth last year, Handforth Parish Council has
This initiative has received enthusiastic support from a number of Handforth retailers, many of whom have showcased their businesses at the market.
Carole Gatto-Hall of Peter Herd Bakery said "We at Peter Herd bakery are very supportive of the Handforth Artisan Market. Footfall on the day is incredible, 400% up for our business on market day. But more importantly the day brings the communities together."
Michaela Clachar of Crease Control added "I really enjoy market day, its such a positive day for bringing the community together, getting local people to come out and enjoy the day. Not much happens in Handforth. Market day has been great for marketing my business."
Handforth Artisan Market will take place between 10am and 4pm on Saturday, 9th February.
