Visitors to Grantham are preparing for a year of markets, music and town centre events as we continue to encourage visitors into the town.
Steampunk enthusiasts, antiques collectors and fans of the Farmers’ Markets will all have dates to add to their diaries.
There will also be a Medieval Onion Fair in the autumn, revisiting Grantham’s historic tradition from days gone by.
Visitors once flocked to Grantham for the historic onion charter fair, when the relics of St Wulfram would be one of the attractions, exhibited to devout visitors of the parish church.
Nowadays, stalls will be set up to sell local produce, onion-themed goods and crafts. Food and drinks sellers will ply their trade featuring dishes made with onions. There will be music, street performers, and historical reenactments – as well as an onion eating contest and onion shows.
South Kesteven District Council’s traditional outdoor market offering is bolstered by Grantham’s regular craft market on the first Saturday of every month, and a Farmers’ Market on the second Saturday of every month.
Stamford holds its Farmers’ Market on the High Street every Friday alongside the regular street market on Broad and Ironmonger Streets.
Bourne Market, meanwhile, is on a Thursday is the home of a great fishmonger, greengrocer, and baker, all set up outside the library in Bourne, behind the Town Hall and easily accessible from the M&S car park.
SKDC Council Leader Cllr Ashley Baxter, who is also responsible for Economic Development, said: “We very much value our traditions in Lincolnshire and our outdoor markets here in South Kesteven remain one of the tops draws for visitors.
“This calendar of events is part of the action plan to put them on the map by giving people from within and outside the local area a reason to visit our towns, spend their time and money here and see all we have to offer.
“Free town centre wifi, our existing history and heritage plus specially-curated events are knitting together to improve footfall. We look forward to welcoming everyone to our rather special event days.”
The full calendar of Grantham events is:
4th April – Easter Craft Market: Hop into spring with handmade crafts, seasonal treats, and Easter surprises
18th April – Spring Steampunk Market: Get your goggles on for quirky stalls and Victorian-inspired fun
8th May – VE Day Celebration Market: Bunting, live music, and a nostalgic wartime atmosphere
18th July – Antique Market: Treasure hunters can discover vintage gems and timeless collectibles
5th September – VJ Day Celebration Market: Mark the end of WWII in style with music, and community spirit
3rd October – Lincolnshire Day and Craft Market: Celebrate local pride with crafts, food, and traditional wares
10th October – Grantham’s Medieval Onion Fair and Farmers Market
17th October – Diwali Market and Community Dance: Light up the marketplace with vibrant colours, music, and festive joy
14th November – Steampunk Winter Market: Look forward to a frosty steampunk extravaganza with quirky gifts and winter charm
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