A new monthly food and drink market is set to launch this weekend at Sunderland’s historic Sheepfolds Stables.
Those heading to the venue can already get a pie at Si King’s venture PROPA! and several other of eateries, and from this weekend, the Sheepfolds Sunday Market is expected to compliment the city’s existing and popular Sunniside Market. Taking place on the second Sunday of every month, a range of independent traders and producers will have stalls at the venue’s courtyard and indoor event spaces – offering everything from artisan food and drink to locally-produced crafts.
The idea for a regular Sunday market at the site, which dates back to 1884, came during December’s bad weather and gale force winds, when organisers We Are Local Heroes were faced with the possibility of cancelling the last Sunniside event of 2024. However, Sheepfolds Stables “came to the rescue” by offering their space, and it proved to be successful for traders and visitors alike.
Chris Jewitt, director of We Are Local Heroes, said: “Despite being a last-minute arrangement, the relocation really did show just how well a food and drink market could work in a place like Sheepfolds Stables. We choose our locations carefully to create a close, traditional neighbourhood feel at the same time as showcasing local producers and our region’s amazing food culture, so the venue, albeit temporary at the time, was perfect.”
Fully reimagined as part of a £4m investment, Sheepfolds Stables has become a popular food, drink, entertainment and event venue; with independent operators such as The Calabash Tree, Deep North, I Scream for Pizza, Mother Mercy and Spey Snug, as well as the Taproom and Back of the Pit bars. By the summer, it will be even better connected too, with the new footbridge over the River Wear set to connect the area to the former Vaux Brewery site.
Nigel Wood, general manager of Sheepfolds Stables, said: “There is a real community feel that exists here and events like this enable people to have a day out at Sheepfolds and enjoy the rest of the venue too whether it’s a pint of Pit Pony in The Taproom or a bite to eat at one of our many vendors. Everyone is welcome so we expect a lot of people to come along.”
The first Sheepfolds Food Market takes place on Sunday, February 9, from 10am – 3pm. Entry is free.
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