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Colchester Charter Market, Essex
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childrens clothesThis ancient market has been running for over 800 years.  The stalls line the town centre lanes round Culver Street West, there's around 60 stalls and each one sells something different!  You'll find fresh foodstuffs, discounted household necessities, textiles and local crafts.  The Chickpea Curry Stall is well worth visiting!

Also Colchester Farmers' Market held on the 1st Saturday in month at the Arts Centre selling organic meat, farmed oysters, free-range eggs and the freshest of fruit and vegetables.

Market Days: Friday, Saturday

 

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