Liskeard Market

Liskeard Market is a charter market in the Cornish town of Liskeard. It takes place at Charter Market Place, an open air setting in the town centre.

All About Charter Markets

A charter market runs under a historic right to hold a market. This is how markets have been established in towns for centuries. The town holds the right, which allows traders to come together and sell their goods. These markets form part of a town’s regular life, so they are not one off events. Because the market sits in the open air, it fits into the centre of Liskeard and is easy to reach on foot if you are already in town.

What You Will Find at Liskeard Market

The traders and their stalls are the main draw here. Each trader brings their own goods, so the selection reflects the people who set up stall. You can stop at any stall and talk with the person behind it. Traders are often happy to tell you about what they sell. Because Liskeard Market is open air, there is no set route to follow, so you can wander at your own pace. The mix of stalls can vary from one visit to the next, because the selection depends on who has set up that day.

Plan Your Visit

If you are spending a day nearby, Liskeard Market fits naturally into that time. The Old Inn, The Old Guildhall Museum & Coffee Shop, The Black Swan Inn, Liskeard Library & Community Centre, The Chequered Skipper and The Railway Cottage Bar & Kitchen are all close at hand. Because the market sits in the town centre, you can walk to it while you are in Liskeard, then take your time looking around before moving on to these nearby places.

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