REVEALED: Harrogate Makers Market returns to showcase local creativity and independent traders
The Harrogate Business Improvement District (BID) has announced that the popular Harrogate Makers Market is set to return this month, following a highly successful launch last year.
Originally introduced in summer 2025 in partnership with Real Markets, the Makers Market was created to showcase Harrogate’s vibrant independent sector, support local makers, and drive footfall into the town centre on what is typically a quieter trading day.
Since its launch, the market has received overwhelmingly positive feedback from both traders and customers and has quickly become a firm favourite in Harrogate’s events calendar.
From February, the Makers Market will take place every third Sunday of the month, running from 10am till 4pm on Cambridge Street.
It will bring together a wide variety of local makers, artists, crafters, jewellers, designers and small businesses in a prime town centre location.
Bethany Allen, Operations Manager at Harrogate BID, said: “The response to the Makers Market has been incredibly positive from day one, and we are delighted to be confirming its return from February.
"It has proven to be a fantastic way to showcase Harrogate’s independent offer while driving footfall and spend into the town centre.
"We have seen a real appetite from both traders and visitors, and we are excited to continue developing the market throughout 2026.”
Harrogate BID continues to work in partnership with Real Markets, the operator behind Harrogate’s long-established Farmers Market, to ensure high-quality delivery and a varied, engaging offer for visitors.
Any local independent traders or makers interested in taking part in future Makers Markets are invited to email [email protected]
For more information about Harrogate BID, visit https://harrogatebid.co.uk/