Old Quay market news

Business

Old Quay market traders adopt card payments as cash use falls

Almost every stall at the weekend market now takes cards after a group deal cut fees, though traders say they will keep accepting coins for regulars who prefer them.

Lifestyle

What's in season at the Old Quay weekend market, and what to cook with it

Squash, kale, the last of the plums and the first proper leeks: the market stalls on Old Quay are heavy with autumn produce. Traders and a local chef share what to buy now and how to use it.

Health

Dietitians urge a more colourful plate as seasonal produce fills market stalls

With squash, apples, beetroot and leafy greens piled high at Old Quay, local dietitians say a little variety in colour is a simple, affordable way to eat a wider range of nutrients.