RESIDENTS are being encouraged to pop down to Andover’s popular curated market this weekend (Sunday, March 12).

'Second Sundays' will be back open for the first time this year.

Between 10am and 3pm visitors can enjoy a lively atmosphere as Second Sundays will fill the High Street with music, craft workshops, design-makers stalls and delicious street food.

Since its launch in June 2022, Andover’s monthly event has welcomed a variety of local businesses to showcase their goods and has offered families an exciting range of free activities and workshops.

March’s market will feature independent traders selling unique hand-crafted jewellery, delicious sweet treats, locally distilled gin and handmade crafted items.

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To tempt taste buds there will be some hearty street food stalls available serving up Greek-inspired dishes and savoury vegan food as well as freshly ground coffee and hot drinks. Visitors will have the chance to make use of the town’s pop-up seating area, Alfresco Andover, to sit and enjoy their refreshments.

Alongside the stalls, there will be two free workshops for families to take part in including an activity to make mythical creature cards and the chance to try some Gelli printing. The resident DJ will also be on-site, playing an eclectic soundtrack spun on vinyl throughout the day.

The market was developed by HemingwayDesign, on behalf of Test Valley Borough Council, to support emerging and established independent businesses from the region. 

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Leader of Test Valley Borough Council, Cllr Phil North, said: “Second Sundays has been a great success since it launched last year, with families coming along each month to shop with local businesses, eat good food and soak up the atmosphere.

“I’m really looking forward to seeing what’s in store this year and to watch the event get bigger and better over the coming months.”

Second Sundays will be open on the second Sunday of every month.

Keep up to date with Second Sundays Andover on Instagram and Facebook for the latest updates. Traders who would like to apply for a pitch at future markets can do so at secondsundaysandover.co.uk.