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 |
9.00 am - 5.00 pm |
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Tuesday |
9.00 am - 5.00 pm | |
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Wednesday |
9.00 am - 4.30 pm | |
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Thursday |
9.00 am - 5.00 pm | |
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Friday |
9.00 am - 5.00 pm | |
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Saturday |
9.00 am - 5.00 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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Demonstrators: |
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: |
Property Services 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:
Bridgend County Borough Council
Property Services
Ravens Court
Brewery Lane
BRIDGEND
CF31 4AP
Tel: 01656 642700
Fax: 01656 642432
E-mail property@bridgend.gov.uk
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 |
Confectionary & wide range of tobacco | |
Stalls 2/3 |
Butchers | |
Stall 4 |
Available to let |
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Stall 4 |
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Stall 5 |
Hairdressers & ear piercing | |
Stall 6 |
Available to let |
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Stall 7 |
Mobile Phone repairs & accessories | |
Stall 8 |
Design, print and media, personalised clothing, gifts & photographic studio | |
Stalls 9/25 |
The Market Bistro |
Café & Takeaway Food |
Stalls 10/11 |
Café | |
Stall 12 |
Celtic Camera Centre |
Camera equipment |
Stall 13 |
Haberdashery & Tailor Alterations | |
Stall 14 |
Available to let |
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Stall 15 |
Market Bakery |
Freshly baked bread and cakes |
Stall 16 |
Mexican Silver Jewellery | |
Stall 17 |
Clogau Gold & Swatch watch stockist | |
Stall 18 |
Takeaway foods | |
Stall 19 |
Delicatessen | |
Stall 20 |
Salad Bar |
Fresh salads, jacket potatoes, hot chicken wings… |
Stall 21 |
Fruit & Vegetables | |
Stall 22A |
Available to let |
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Stall 22B |
Socks, hosiery, lingerie & nightwear | |
Stall 22C |
Cookware / cake making, home brewing & decoration | |
Stall 23 |
China & Gifts | |
Stall 24 |
Hearts & Soles |
Footwear & accessories |
Stall 26 |
Confectionary & Drinks | |
Stall 27 |
Second hand books | |
Stall 28 |
Household rugs & mats | |
Stalls 29/30 |
Pet & Garden Supplies | |
Stall 31 |
Watches, clocks, repairs, services & gifts | |
Stalls 32/35 |
Nail Bar | |
Stall 33 |
Flowers@33 |
Florist |
Stall 34 |
Computer hardware & repair service | |
Stall 36 |
Fizzy Foam |
Bath time products |
Further Information & Features
Bridgend Market offers a comfortable and pleasant shopping environment following the installation of the air conditioning.
Why not get your passport photo’s done whilst you shop the machine is located by the stepped entrance.
- Last Updated: 03/04/2013
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