THE first of a series of new monthly markets in Saltash gets underway this Saturday.

Located on the Fore Street, outside Superdrug and The Original Factory Shop, it will run from 10am to 3pm and is set to offer a wide range of produce from local suppliers and businesses.

With grant funding having been secured from Cornwall Council, Saltash Town Team and Saltash Town Council, the market — which will initially be part of a six-month trial — will run on the third Saturday of each month.

Future market dates are set for April 19, May 17, June 21, July 19 and August 16.

Confirmed stall holders are as follows: The Early Bird Cafe, Home Farm Cornwall, Chennai Street Kitchen, Plymstock Pantry, North Cornwall Chilli Farm, Cornish Sea Salt, Studio 7b, Forever Flower & Finds, Hazel’s Homemade Creations, D&M Gifts, Past to Present, Moor Sweets and Treats, Frances M Crochet, Scents & Scentsibility and Pawsitively Peaceful.

Local residents are reminded that Belle Vue Road from Fore Street to No.10 will be closed from 7.30am to 5.30pm.