Norwich Market

I decided to have a day off and guess where I ended up? Yes, on Norwich Market. It's always good to check out markets I don't do, it's fun to see what is being sold and the atmosphere.

Norwich Market was revamped a few years ago and the stalls are more like mini shops than stalls because the units have been set up permanently and can be locked up with the stock inside overnight. It's a bit clinical but with the sun shining it had quite a nice airy feel to it.

I know it's Monday and probably not such a good trading day but I felt somewhat disappointed to see lots of the units closed. It's not good for the other stall holders to have so many gaps. At least on my regular markets if a trader doesn't turn up we can spread a bit to fill their space.

However I did find some good stalls. I particularly liked the hat stall with loads of tempting titfers, I bought one for myself which was a real bargain at £2.75! The soap stall looked good too, ah yes, it also smelt lovely. Unsurprisingly even though it was barely 12noon many people were gathered at the food stalls, this is a familiar sight at any market. The coffee stall tried to pull me in with its rich aromas but I resisted. On a day off I wanted to chill rather than get a supercharge caffeine fix - maybe next time.

I quite liked the look of the Indian clothing and jewellery stall too, the sparkling outfits caught my eye.

Like I said, it would have all been so much more appealing had more stalls been open. I can't visit later in the week as I will be out in the wilds of Norfolk on my own stall.

Just as a reminder, Myriad Life Jewellery & Accessories visit Sheringham every Wednesday (April-Oct), Fakenham - Thursday, Diss - Friday and Sheringham again Saturday. Keep an eye on this site for upcoming shows.

For further information about Norwich Market visit http://www.norwich-market.co.uk/, this is a wonderful website which will tell you all you need to know.