Decision details

It is proposed that approval is given to extend the provision of a temporary market at Eagle Square, Arnold. The proposal is intended to provide the opportunity for the Council to undertake a full review of market provision in the town centre and to undertake more thorough formal consultation with market traders, local businesses and other stakeholders about the permanent location of the market.

1.Subject to all necessary consents and permissions being obtained, approval is given to extend the temporary arrangement for Arnold Town Market to be held at Eagle Square, Arnold until 31st January 2023 whilst a full review is undertaken for the future location of the market.
2.Approval is given to commence a consultation with market stall holders, businesses surrounding Eagle Square and Arnold Market Place as well as other stakeholders regarding the permanent location of Arnold Market.

To enable a review of the market location to be undertaken in full consultation with traders, businesses and residents.
To ensure the continued prosperity of the wider town centre of Arnold.

The Council has the option to relocate the market to the new development site. However, this option would ignore the informal feedback received from the traders and the positive impact the market has made to a primary gateway into the Town Centre. The option to extend the current arrangement provides an opportunity for the Council to undertake a full review of options with traders, businesses and shoppers.