BARNSLEY Market has welcomed five new traders to the indoor market.
Two businesses, Stitch Express and Reena Jewellers, have relocated from the Alhambra Shopping Centre as the Health on the High Street project begins to take shape.
Stitch Express brings 25 years of trading experience to Barnsley Market.
The second, Reena Jewellers, is aprevious trader in the market, providing a wide range of high-quality jewellery.
Caroline Poskett, owner of florists Anthophila which opened in December 2023, has expanded and now launched a new salon, drawing on her 21 years of experience as a hairdresser.
Anthophila Hair is now open near their flower shop on the top floor of Barnsley Market.
A new men’s clothing stall, Connection Clothing, has also opened on the ground floor.
There has also been a new addition to Barnsley’s food hall, Market Kitchen. Bento will be serving up traditional Chinese and Japanese food from Monday to Saturday between 11am to 8pm, adding a unique food option to the market’s offerings.
Councillor Robin Franklin said, "Barnsley Market is thriving and it’s wonderful to see businesses stay and expand in our bustling town centre, something our new Inclusive Economic Growth Strategy is helping to achieve.
“The market remains a vital part of Barnsley, providing a space for local businesses to grow and for residents to enjoy a variety of shopping and dining experiences.
"The new stalls will enhance Barnsley Market’s lively atmosphere and reinforce its importance to the Barnsley community.”
