Exhibition showcases the history of market
AN exhibition showcasing the long history of a town’s market is now on display.
The Market 800 exhibition, charting the growth of Loughborough Market, has been created by Leicestershire County Council’s communities and wellbeing team.
They worked with Loughborough Library Local Studies Volunteer Group, Charnwood Borough Council and market traders for the display in Charnwood Museum.
Councillor Christine Radford, cabinet member for heritage, leisure and arts, said: “Historic market towns such as Loughborough are such rich sources to draw upon to tell the history of Leicestershire.
“This wonderful exhibition is the result of an excellent collaboration and shows the importance of Loughborough’s markets, not just to history but to our communities and all the many people who buy and trade at them throughout the year.”
Panels in the display show the rich history of the market, including the first Royal Market Charter of 1221, which granted the ability to hold an annual fair in the town. It also shows all the developments and expansions in the 20th and 21st centuries, as well as memories from people about what the market means to them today. Councillor Jenny Bokor, Charnwood Borough Council’s lead for Loughborough, said: “We are incredibly proud of Loughborough Market and this fantastic exhibition explores its rich history and the many fond memories of people and market traders.
“I would encourage residents to visit Charnwood Museum to have a look at the wonderful exhibition and learn more about the market’s history over the last eight centuries.”
The exhibition can be seen in Charnwood Museum, which is run in partnership between Charnwood Borough Council and Leicestershire County Council.
Opening hours are 10am to 4pm , Tuesday to Saturday, and 10am until 1pm on Sunday. Admission is free.
800 YEARS OF TOWN SITE IS CELEBRATED
This fantastic exhibition explores the many fond memories of people and market traders
Coun Bokor