Southampton Christmas market: New operator needed
Applications are open
The search is on for someone to run Southampton's Christmas Market.
Council bosses want a company to arrange, deliver and manage the festive event from next year until 2028.
The weekly markets in the city centre and Bitterne are also out for tender.
Councillor Satvir Kaur, Leader of Southampton City Council said: “Markets are an integral part of our city’s dynamic culture, serving as a hub for residents to support local businesses and discover exceptional food and goods.
"As the daughter of a market stall trader growing up I appreciate their value to our community. That’s why we’re delighted to invite Service Providers to join us in managing our markets, presenting a unique opportunity to participate in something special and enhance the market experience for all.”
Stephen Manion, Executive Director at GO! Southampton said: “GO! Southampton welcomes the presence of a vibrant weekly market, which attracts residents and visitors to the city centre with its choice of fresh produce and showcase of local businesses.
"We look forward to working closely with the successful operator.”
Claire Whitaker, CEO of Southampton Forward said: “This is an exciting opportunity for the city as well a new service provider, to come on board and enhance our Christmas offering.
"We are really pleased to be working in partnership with GO! Southampton and Southampton City Council on this opportunity and look forward to seeing how the new Service Provider will be able to add to the city’s yearly events calendar, providing the local community and visitors with a fantastic market for all to enjoy.”
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