Somerset is the heart of agricultural England which means its markets are some of the best in the country with the finest fresh produce.

 

From medieval town squares to bustling high streets, the markets across Somerset are full of character and boast a unique line-up of highly skilled local producers. Visitors can browse, sample, and select from an assortment of locally produced goods, while also having the opportunity to talk directly to those who have produced them. The producers are highly knowledgeable, passionate, and always happy to help answer your queries; from production processes to recipe ideas!

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And perhaps the best things is all these markets are accessible by the bus. They are listed in alphabetical order according to place:  

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Axbridge
The market is held on the first Saturday of every month in the 400 year old market square in the centre of this ancient town. Starting with a few tentative trial markets in 2001, the market became a monthly fixture of the town in October 2002 and is still as popular as ever!

 

Bath 

​Visit a market in Bath as well as the shops!

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Bath - Green Park Station Farmers Market - every Saturday 
Markets are also held at Green Park station (next to Sainsbury’s and less than a 10 minute walk from Bath Spa railway station and the Bus station). https://visitbath.co.uk/shopping/shopping-areas/west-bath

Burnham-on-Sea Farmers Market
The monthly farmers market takes place on the last Friday of every month, between 9am and 1pm in the High Street.

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Bridgwater

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Bridgwater Cornhill Indoor Market

The Market is open Monday 9am until 12 noon, Tuesday to Friday 9am to 4.30pm and Saturdays 9am to 3pm. It is closed all day Sunday. Please note that each unit may have different opening hours to this. Find out more about the market on our Bridgwater Cornhill Indoor Market page.

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Bridgwater Castle Market
The monthly farmers market in Bridgwater was becoming so successful that it is now weekly. The newly renamed Bridgwater Castle Market takes place every Friday between 9am and 2pm in Fore Street. 

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Bridgwater Independent Market

Bridgwater Independent Market takes place on the last Sunday each month. Bridgwater town centre

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Castle Cary Street Market is in the Market Place on a Tuesday. 8.30am – 1.30pm. 

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Chard Farmers Market takes place in Fore Street from 9am – 1pm every Saturday

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Cheddar Market – In the village hall. Tuesday 10.00 – 11.30

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Crewkerne Farmers’ Market runs on the third Saturday each month outside the Town Hall in Market Square

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Dulverton Farmers Market takes place in the heart of the town in Lion Stables Car Park. Catch it on the last Saturday of the month April – September 10am to 2.30pm. 

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Frome

Frome is well-known as a bustling and creative market town with a fantastic range of shops. Many of the independent retailers can be found on St. Catherine’s Hill, a narrow cobbled street with artisan shops on either side or in Cheap Street. 

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Frome Market

The market operates Wednesday and Saturdays 9am to 3pm at the car park by the Library and Cheese and Grain. There is also a small market near Cheap Street in the Market Place

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You can find out more on the Frome Market Facebook page.

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Frome Flea and Antiques Market

A Flea and Antique Market is held in the Cheese & Grain every Wednesday.

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Frome independent market - First Sunday of ever month March - December

​The market runs from 10am – 3pm and takes place on the first Sunday of the month in March through to December.

The Frome Independent Market, is Trip Advisors number 1 rated market in Somerset, is a curated destination street market with a difference showcasing the best independent craftspeople, designers, vintage fashion, drinks, furniture and other collectibles. 
And if you get peckish there are always plenty of culinary delights on offer. With over 200 stalls, it’s now the biggest street market in Somerset. (It recently featured on the Channel 5 programme, Somerset: Wonder of the West Country.) The emphasis is on local. 
Stall holders are based within 40 miles of the town.  

This Somerset market is incredibly popular, so it can pay to get here early. St. Catherine’s Hill can get quite crowded with browsers. It is also steep and cobbled, so take care!

 

​Glastonbury Market
Glastonbury Market is held at St Dunstan’s Car Park on a Tuesday. 9am – 2.00pm. Find out more on the Glastonbury Market Facebook page.

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Glastonbury Country Market is in the Town Hall on a Tuesday morning. 9.30am – 12.30pm. Many of the items are locally made, grown and/or created. Arts and crafts, home baking, seasonal fruit and veg, plants and flowers for sale. 

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​Ilminster Town Market – in the Market House on a Thursday. 9am – 3pm.

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Langport Country Market takes place every Friday, under the clock from 9am – 12pm.

 

Langport Vintage Market is near the entrance to Cocklemoor Car Park on the 2nd Saturday of the month. 10am – 4pm.

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Martock Farmers’ Market has around a dozen stalls. It takes place on the second Saturday of the month at the Moorlands Precinct 10am – 1pm

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Minehead Farmers' Market Every Friday 8.30am to 1pm. Find out more on the Minehead Farmers’ Market website.

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North Curry Produce Market is in the Village Hall on the first Saturday of each month. 9.30am – 11.30am

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Shepton Mallet Market is held every Friday from 9am – 2pm. on the High Street. This historic market dates back to 1318!

Find out more on the Shepton Mallet Market Facebook page.

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Street Market
Every Thursday 9am to 3pm. You can find out more on the Street Thursday Market Facebook page.

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Somerton
Wessex Country Market in Somerton takes place every Saturday. 9am – 12 noon. Stall are located in the Parish Rooms.

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Taunton 

Taunton Farmers’ Market
Taunton Farmers’ Market is an award winner, with a selection of the finest food producers in Somerset. The market takes place in the High Street on Thursdays, 9am – 3pm. See the Taunton Farmers Market Facebook page for more details.

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Taunton Independent Market
The Taunton Independent Market is an unmissable destination street market launched in March 2020. 
It showcases over 65 of the South West’s best artisan traders of food and drink, crafts, gifts, homewares, beauty, fashion, and more. 
Visit the Taunton Independent Market website to find out more.

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Taunton’s High Street Market
Every Friday and Saturday in Taunton’s High Street 10am to 3pm.

Wells - Farmers Market - Wednesday & Saturday
The Farmers’ market is held every Wednesday and Saturday, 9am - 3pm,  in the historical market place at the top of the High Street. Wells Cathedral and the Bishop’s Palace provide a magnificent backdrop to this long-established market.

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At Wells market there are usually over 50 stalls selling an amazing array of merchandise. The diverse mix of high quality food stalls enabled the market to win a Gold Award in the Taste of the West Hospitality & Retail Awards. The market has also been judged ‘Best South West Farmers’ Market’.

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Watchet

 

Watchet - Wednesday Weekly Market

There has been a market in Watchet since the 13th century and this tradition continues today with the lively and colourful Watchet Summer Market. Todays Market is situated  on  The Esplanade in brightly coloured gazebos overlooking the harbour and marina.

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The Market starts in April and goes through the summer to September and traders are ready and waiting for you from 9.30am until 3.30pm. There is a special one off market during the October half term holiday.

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Traders arrive to offer the best of local produce, craft, cheeses and chutneys, bakery goods, cakes and chocolate, garden plants, books, local art, gifts, antiques and curios and a fresh fish stall. There are also food traders and tea and coffee vendors for you to enjoy alfresco eating at the market.
 

Watchet Street Fairs

On the first Sunday of the month from March to October you will find the Watchet Street Fair in full swing on the Esplanade. Colourful gazebos line the front and centre of the Esplanade with areas left for activities and seating.

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The Street Fair is an event in its own right with traditional market stalls where you can pick up a locally made Cider, a designer Gin, jewellery, clothes or cake! Something for everyone.

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There is also a great selection of street food stalls: my favourite the ‘Wrap’ Man, pulled pork rolls, cake and coffee, pizza and the ice cream stall for desserts!

Yeovil Market
Yeovil market has 800 years of history dating back to 1205 when King John granted the Market Charter. You will be able to find a variety of goods from local businesses.  The market operates every Friday in Lower Middle Street.

Catch Yeovil Outdoor Market in Lower Middle Street on Tuesdays and Fridays. 8am – 3pm.