Markets in Gloucestershire & The Cotswolds, Food market and more.

There are a variety of markets in Gloucestershire and The Cotswolds. Some are daily, others are less frequent. They sell a range of food, including locally grown or produced, others specialise in arts & craft or clothing. Some markets are great for good value produce, however, some specialise in selling locally produced foods. I love to peruse a food market to find unusual ingredients that are rarely sold in the big four supermarkets.

Markets & Farm Shops in Gloucestershire & The Cotswolds

There is a variety of food and other markets throughout Gloucestershire, including static ones, weekly farmers’ markets, and also farm shops.

Eastgate Market in Gloucester

In the centre of Gloucester, is the Eastgate Market has many stalls open daily from Monday to Friday. This one has a wonderful choice of stalls inside and also a cafe to enjoy lunch;

Meat – A choice of butchers selling meat and meat products.
Polish – A polish stall selling many specialities from Poland, including bread and cakes.
Olives – Olives and all things Greek at Athena Olives, they also sell an array of herbs and spices.
Fish – A few fishmongers sell fresh fish daily, including shellfish, seafood and some river fish. I recently noticed some selling trays for £10, including sea bass, a real bargain.

For opening times, a map and more information see the Eastgate Market Website.

Stroud Farmers Market

Stroud Farmers’ Market takes place every Saturday in the centre of Stroud at Cornhill Market place and adjoining roads. This is an award-winning market and one of the most popular in the UK. Stalls includes.

Goulds Cheddar – A west country producer of Cheddar cheese in strengths from mild to extra tasty.
Salt Bakehouse – Selling a vast range of bread and also sourdoughs.
Tubby Tom’s – A local creator of handmade sauces and seasonings.
Phoenix Free Range – Speciality eggs from hens thriving in a lush Cotswold meadow.

More information and a full list of stallholders is HERE.

Over Farm Shop

Located just outside Gloucester, Over Farm Shop sells a variety of food, most of which is grown or produced in the county. They have a delicatessen, butchers and greengrocers selling quality produce. Over Farm Shop…

Cirencester Market

In the picturesque Market Place in the centre of Cirencester, there are many stalls to visit. They host various markets in the town square selling a variety of products. This includes two farmer’s markets per month on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month. These sell locally produced food from all across the Cotswolds. You can find out the schedule on the town’s website.

The Faddle Fair in The Forest of Dean

The Faddle Fair - Artisan & Craft Market in Coleford

Hosted periodically in The Forest of Dean town of Coleford, The Faddle Fair is an Artisan & Craft Market. The Fair host’s producers from handmade goods, art, crafts and local food products.

Gloucester Farmers Market

At the cross every Friday is the Gloucester Farmers Market, a great place to purchase locally produced food. You can buy locally grown seasonal vegetables, fresh eggs and meat, including game. They also have stalls for cheese, bread, cakes and more. It’s not the biggest market, but it’s handy if visiting Gloucester.

Cirencester Farmers Market

The Cirencester Farmers Market celebrated its 20th anniversary back in 2019. The market takes place from 9 am until 2.30 pm on Saturday mornings on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month. Produce for sale includes locally brewed beer, pies, chocolate brownies, game meats, poultry, fruit and vegetables. There are also stalls selling street food, including Italian and hot drinks.

Dursley Farmers Market

Dursley Farmers Market is a lovely market in the centre of town, under the pretty town hall building. This market sells local produce from local farmers and food producers. They hold Dursley market once a month between March and December on the second Saturday of the month. It’s open from 8.30am-1pm.

They have a decent range of stalls, including those supplying fruit, vegetables, eggs, baked good, cheeses and more. They also have a few stalls selling preserves and honey for those with a sweet tooth.

Coleford Country Market

Coleford Country Market holds markets every Friday and Saturday in Coleford by the clock tower. Friday markets are from 9.30am until 12pm and Saturday markets take place from 10am until 12pm. The market sells locally produced and locally grown foods, thus are some interesting options. In the Coleford market, they sell honey, home-grown fruit, vegetables and in season fruit. They also have stalls selling an excellent choice of preserves, cakes, biscuits, sweet and savoury pies and bread.