Wakefield City Centre Market Move Proves To Be A Success

If you have been into the city centre recently you may have noticed the market has moved from its previous home on the Cathedral Precinct to its new home on Teall Street. The move, which took place last month, has already generated positive feedback from traders who have reported an increase in customer numbers. Michael Graham the Council’s cabinet member for regeneration, said “More stalls can now be provided for new traders, with opportunities available across all three market days, from Thursday to Saturday.

Councillor Graham (pictured above with some of the city's market traders) said: “The market is in a well-established route in the city.

“It’s a great low risk, low-cost way to test your business in a friendly, supportive environment.”

Trader Wendy Evans said: “All the traders are delighted we have finally all come together again in a row on Teall Street and Teall Way.

“It is a much better location for footfall, and we’ve had so many lovely comments from passers by saying how much better it looks. Traders and customers think the move is brilliant and has a better vibe about it – we hope this is onwards and upwards for Wakefield Market.”

The move to Teall Street allows for a new entertainment area to be created in the Cathedral Precinct to host open-air events, festivals and family entertainment in 2026.

Markets in Castleford and Pontefract are also being transformed. Work in Pontefract is expected to be completed by the end of this year and the work in Castleford should be finished by spring 2024.

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