Colyton enjoys no fewer than three royal market charters, granted over the centuries by King John, Edward III and Henry VIII.  It was the evocation of Henry’s Tudor charter that helped local enthusiasts in their campaign to return the market to its rightful place in the heart of the town. 

Zero food miles …

Unique to Colyton Country Market is the Colyton Produce Stall.  The idea behind the stall is to provide local growers, bakers and preserve makers with an outlet for small quantities of goods while enabling people to buy truly local food at very reasonable prices. 

Buy crafts direct from the makers …

To complement each food market, there is a local craft fair in Colyton’s Town Hall.  Acting as a showcase for local artisans and cottage industries, the craft fair is an inspiring place to find individual gifts and well-made items for the home.

Buying your groceries can be fun …

Based on the belief that a market is as much about community as it is about food, each market includes an entertainment, be it theatre, music, dance or street performers.

A passionate belief …

Local people felt it was time to restore their market tradition and, in doing so, support their local economy; encourage a more sustainable shopping culture; celebrate local food and add to the enjoyment of community life.

A market of substance …

Colyton Country Market is now established as one of the biggest outdoor local food markets in the South West.  Stallholders from Devon, Dorset, Somerset & Cornwall offer a top quality range of food, including fresh fish, rare breed meats, west country cheeses, local fruit & veg, pickles, chutneys & preserves, juice & cider, pies, sweets and pastries.

Rest your feet and enjoy a cuppa …

Refreshments are available throughout the morning in The Town Hall and at a variety of local establishments.

For more information...

Or to get involved in the Colyton Produce Stall, please call 01297 552518 or 551413 or 553992 or email:france.bakehouse@hotmail.co.uk

Local food in the heart of Colyton