On Line Public Consultation Re Ramsbottom Market Survey

Bury Council have commissioned Market Place Management Limited to conduct a feasibility study to help inform the future of Ramsbottom Market.

Ramsbottom Saturday Market served the town for over 40 years but sadly closed in early 2025, reflecting a wider decline in town and city centre markets across the UK

As part of the Ramsbottom Town Plan, The Institute of Place Management (IPM) produced the Place Making Action Plan for Ramsbottom Town Centre. Among many opportunities, it highlights the potential to “reinvent the market offer and introduce creative interventions.”

Bury Council is now seeking public views on the future of a market in Ramsbottom, including whether the town needs a market, what it should look like, where it should be located, how often it should operate, and what alternative options could be considered.

1.Did you shop at the former Saturday Ramsbottom market?(Required.)

Yes

No

If Yes, How often did you attend Ramsbottom market? (Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Monthly)

2.Does Ramsbottom need a reinvented new regular market?(Required.)

No

Yes

If yes, Tell us what type of market would you like to see? (small indoor market, Traditional open market, themed monthly markets etc)

4.Where do you feel a reinvented market be located?(Required.)

On its old site as a dedicated part of the Car Park on Union Street

Market Place and the Urn

Ramsbottom Civic Hall Car park

Other (please specify)

6.Which are the main places you visit /use shop at in the town centre?(Required.)

7.Do you visit markets in other towns?(Required.)

No

Yes

If Yes - Please name markets/towns

8.Are you aware of other specialist markets operate within Ramsbottom Town Centre?(Required.)

No

Yes

If Yes - Please provide details

9.Are you a Ramsbottom resident?(Required.)

Yes

No

If No, Please state where you live.