Top 7 Three Counties Food Markets

Local produce, lively stalls and seasonal flavour for curious visitors

One of the best ways to experience the character of the Three Counties is through its food markets. These are places where local producers, bakers and growers bring seasonal food to town squares and market streets, offering visitors an easy, enjoyable way to explore local flavours and everyday life.

Sitting on the cusp of Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Gloucestershire, this area is particularly well placed for visiting a wide variety of markets — from weekly town markets to monthly farmers’ gatherings — all of which lend themselves to relaxed mornings and gentle days out.

Ledbury Farmers’ Market (Herefordshire)

When: Weekly on Tuesday and Saturday

Ledbury’s long-established market fills the town centre with stalls selling local cheese, bread, fruit and vegetables, preserves and seasonal produce. It has a lively but manageable feel and is easy to combine with a wander through the town’s independent shops and cafés.

Also check out: There is a great deli, a cheese shop and an excellent independent wine shop

Great Malvern Farmers’ Market (Worcestershire)

When: Third Saturday of each month, typically 9.00am–2.00pm

Set close to Great Malvern Priory, this monthly market brings together producers selling artisan bread, cheese, preserves, fruit and vegetables. It works well as part of a longer visit to Malvern, perhaps paired with a walk or lunch afterwards.

Also check out: A couple of really good bakeries

Hay-on-Wye Market (Herefordshire / Wales)

When: Weekly on Thursday, with Saturday markets from April to October

One of the region’s oldest markets, Hay-on-Wye’s stalls spread through the town centre, selling seasonal produce, bread, meat, fish and plants. The market blends naturally with the town’s bookshops and cafés, making it a popular stop for browsing.

Also check out: The bookshops!

Leominster Charter Market & Farmers’ Market (Herefordshire)

When: Friday (Charter Market) and second Saturday of the month (Farmers’ Market)

Leominster’s Friday market offers fresh produce, bread and everyday food shopping, while the monthly farmers’ market brings a more focused selection of artisan and local food producers.

Also check out: The antique shops

Upton-upon-Severn Farmers’ Market (Worcestershire)

When: Typically second Saturday of the month

Set close to the river, this friendly monthly market features local produce, bread, cheese and preserves. It is easy to combine with a riverside walk or lunch nearby.

Also check out: The independent shops

Tewkesbury Market (Gloucestershire)

When: Weekly on Wednesday and Saturday

Held among Tewkesbury’s medieval streets, this long-running town market includes food stalls, fresh produce, baked goods and seasonal items. Its historic setting makes browsing particularly enjoyable, and it pairs well with a visit to the abbey or riverside paths.

Also check out: Tewkesbury Abbey - well worth a visit

Cheltenham Promenade Markets (Gloucestershire)

When: Regular weekend and seasonal markets throughout the year (dates vary)

Cheltenham hosts a series of well-curated promenade and town-centre markets featuring local food producers, bakers, street food traders and artisan goods. These markets are typically held at weekends and are easy to combine with a stroll through the town’s Regency streets and parks.

Also check out: Interesting restaurants