Hay Markets
In the book town of Hay-on-Wye, weekly markets bring the streets to life with local produce, artisan crafts, and friendly community spirit. Set within Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park, Hay’s traditional Thursday Market and monthly Farmers Market are the perfect way to discover the region’s makers, growers and independent traders. Whether you’re browsing for handmade gifts, fresh food, or a slice of local life, there’s always something new to explore in Hay’s vibrant market square.
What to expect — sights, smells, local connections.
Stroll through colourful stalls filled with seasonal produce, local meats and cheeses, baked goods, plants, art, and antiques. Meet the makers, chat with friendly stallholders, and soak up the lively atmosphere that makes Hay’s markets such a favourite among locals and visitors alike. The town’s independent shops and cafés add to the experience, making it easy to spend a relaxed day exploring.
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When?
Markets run year-round, so check the Hay Markets website or social channels for the latest dates and special events.
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Special Markets
Throughout the year, Hay’s markets host special themed events that bring extra colour and character to the town. From spring plant fairs and summer street markets to festive Christmas celebrations filled with lights, music, and mulled wine, these occasions showcase the creativity and community spirit that make Hay so special. Visitors can browse unique seasonal produce, meet local artists, and enjoy street food, live music, and pop-up stalls that transform the market square into a lively celebration of local life in Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park.
Thursday Markets
Hay’s main market day, with forty traders taking over the square and surrounding streets every Thursday, fifty two weeks of the year, come rain or shine.
Well supported by locals doing their weekly shop, filling bags with store cupboard staples, seasonal produce, fresh fish, local meats, Welsh cheeses, artisan breads and treats.
There is also takeaway food and barista coffee, plus a well-established flea market around the Clock Tower and a rotating group of talented makers and craftspeople in the Buttermarket Hall.
Saturday Markets April to October
The monthly Saturday markets run seasonally on the first Saturday of the month, April to October.
Championing independent and artisan businesses, the monthly market focuses on speciality foods, artisan makers, local producers, gatherers and vintage resellers.
The vibe for Saturdays is relaxed. Visitors come to shop, sample produce, and sit on the square and Castle terraces to eat, drink and soak up the weekend ambience.
The square has a focus on food, with the Buttermarket showcasing fledgling and established designer makers. The Castle Honesty Bookshop is also transformed each month into a vintage fashion, collectibles, furniture and flea market.
