Bridgend Market
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Brief History of the Market
Bridgend Market occupies a prime position within the retail sector of Bridgend, and is situated within the Rhiw Shopping Centre which fronts on to Caroline Street, Nolton Street and Queen Street. The Market is situated on the ground floor, and has access to the basement on the lower ground floor, with vehicular access to Queen Street. Below are some interesting facts in the long history of the Indoor Market Hall dating from its inception in 1837.
1836 |
The Bridgend Market Act passed to remove position and livestock markets from the streets around the Town Hall. |
1837 |
New Market Hall opened on Lady Day, built by the Earl of Dunraven or his ancestors on the site of the old Tennis Courts, which then became the Tennis Court Hotel in Caroline Street and is now Seconds Ahead. |
1906 |
The Market Hall remained in use until it was replaced by a new, fully covered Market Hall. |
1908 |
A Grand Eisteddfod was held in the Market Hall on Boxing Day. |
1955 |
Bridgend Urban District Council purchased the Market Hall from the Dunraven Estates Ltd. |
1972 |
The Market Hall in Caroline Street closed and the last stallholders left at the end of May 1972. The Hall was demolished in June 1972 after standing since 1906. The new Market opened on Monday 15 May 1972. |
1996 |
On 1 March 1996 the 130 year old Market Bell was re-installed. It was revealed that the bell had been laying idle in a Council depot since the demolition of the old market in 1972. |
Where to find us
Directions from Junction 36, M4 Motorway
Exit the M4 Motorway at Junction 36 and follow signs for Bridgend Town Centre. Take 2nd exit off the roundabout onto A4061 (Bridgend Northern Distributor Road) continue down the road following signs for Bridgend (straight ahead at roundabouts). At traffic lights continue straight ahead past the newly built Bridgend Bus station and take the 1st exit at the roundabout. Continue down the dual carriageway and take the 1st left at the traffic lights. Continue past the Council Offices (Angel Street) situated on the right hand side and turn left at traffic lights into the Rhiw Car Park. The Market and the Rhiw shopping centre is on the left.
Opening & Closing Hours
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Monday |
8.00 am - 5.30 pm |
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Tuesday |
8.00 am - 5.30 pm | |
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Wednesday |
8.00 am - 4.30 pm | |
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Thursday |
8.00 am - 5.30 pm | |
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Friday |
8.00 am - 5.30 pm | |
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Saturday |
8.00 am - 5.30 pm |
General Information
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Operator: |
Bridgend County Borough Council |
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Number of stalls: |
36 |
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Market days: |
Monday – Saturday |
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Size of stalls: |
Varied |
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Rent: |
To be negotiated |
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Pitchers: |
Not allowed |
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Casuals: |
Not allowed |
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Demmers: |
Not allowed |
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Service charge: |
No |
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Refuse collection: |
Yes |
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Vans on: |
Basement loading bays (loading and unloading only), No parking |
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Contact: |
Markets Manager Tel: 01656 642700 |
Bridgend Market Office: 01656 659154 |
How do I apply for a market stall?
Please complete the application form and return to the address below:
The Markets Manager
Bridgend County Borough Council
Property Department
Glanogwr Offices
Glanogwr Road
BRIDGEND
CF31 3PF
Tel: 01656 642719
Fax: 01656 660137
If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact us.
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Market Layout
Please view the Market Floor Plan (pdf)
Stalls within the Market
STALL |
NAME OF STALL |
TYPE OF STALL |
Stall 1 |
C Kendall & Daughters |
Confectionary and tobacco |
Stalls 2/3 |
Butchers | |
Stall 4 |
PBC Electrical |
Electrical repairs and supplies |
Stall 5 |
Hairdressers | |
Stall 6 |
Phones Excellence |
Mobile Phones & accessories |
Stall 7 |
Re-fit & Engraving, Window Repairs, Locks | |
Stall 8 |
For all domestic blinds | |
Stalls 9/25 |
The Market Bistro |
Café & Takeaway Food |
Stalls 10/11 |
Café | |
Stall 12 |
Punk Rock merchandise clothing, accessories official band/music merchandise. | |
Stall 13 |
Mediterranean Healthy Foods & associated products | |
Stalls 14/15 |
Butchers and fishmongers | |
Stall 16 |
Masfina Mexican Silver Jewellery | |
Stall 17 |
Clogau Gold & Swatch watch stockiest | |
Stall 18 |
Takeaway foods | |
Stall 19 |
Delicatessen | |
Stall 20 |
Salad Bar |
Fresh salads to take away |
Stall 21 |
Fruit & Vegetables | |
PLEASE CONTACT 01656 642705 FOR DETAILS CLICK TO VIEW THE FLOOR PLAN | ||
Stall 22B |
Sian Ann |
Socks, hosiery, lingerie & nightwear |
Stall 22C |
Cookmate |
Cookware/Cake making & decoration products |
Stall 23 |
China & Gifts | |
Stall 24 |
Jayne’s Shoes |
Footwear |
Stall 26 |
Confectionary & Drinks | |
Stall 27 |
VACANT |
PLEASE CONTACT 01656 642705 FOR DETAILS CLICK TO VIEW THE FLOOR PLAN |
Stall 28 |
Household rugs | |
Stalls 29/30 |
Martin Nagle & Sons Ltd |
Pet & Garden Supplies |
Stall 31 |
The Soap Box |
Soaps & Toiletries |
Stall 32 |
Hellen Nails |
Nail Bar |
Stall 33 |
Dry cleaners & Tailor Alterations | |
Stall 34 |
Info Tech |
Computer hardware & repair service |
Stall 35 |
VACANT |
PLEASE CONTACT 01656 642705 FOR DETAILS CLICK TO VIEW THE FLOOR PLAN |
Stall 36 |
Sandra’s Jewellers |
Fancy goods, watch straps, greeting cards |
Further Information & Features
Bridgend Market offers a comfortable and pleasant shopping environment following the installation of the air conditioning.
