Welcome return for market
NEW FORMAT FOR THE POPULAR EVENT
THE Aughrim Town and Country Market re-opened on Saturday in a slightly different form.
The popular farmer’s market was back as an outdoor only event after closing its doors in March due to the Covid-19 outbreak.
Speaking on Thursday, Caroline Dillon of Aughrim Town and Country Market said ‘it’s going to be very different from the last 14 years. We are opening as an outdoor market under Phase One guidelines. I contacted the HSE and they suggested it would be better if the market was held outdoors.’
Planning is already well under way for the re-opening of the Pavilion itself including a new one-way system through the building. Physical distancing and other safety measures will also be in place.
Caroline explained that necessary changes have been made, but they want to preserve the important social element of the market, in a different form.
‘We are hoping all [who come] will be responsible and look after us as well as themselves.’
The revised layout of the market has meant that there is currently no parking to ensure the safety of all those in attendance.
A range of producers were back at their stalls selling fruit and vegetables, eggs, take away food options and much more. The social aspect of the market was also present with shoppers following all the guidelines.
The farmers market returns on Saturday and is also offering an order and collect service for those who may be cocooning. For more information, contact Caroline on 086 0865838.