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Your Guide to Barkway Market 2026

Welcome to Barkway Market! We're thrilled you're planning a visit to our vibrant community market, showcasing the best local produce, crafts, food, and entertainment right here in Barkway.

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Next Market: Saturday, May 9th, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

 

This guide has everything you need to plan your day. Continue scrolling down to navigate the stalls, find your favourite traders, discover delicious food, and enjoy a wonderful day out in Barkway!

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  • Sat 09 May
    Manor Farm
    09 May 2026, 10:00 – 16:00
    Manor Farm, Barkway, Herts SG8 8BT, UK
    A quintessential English day out, raising money for the local community.
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Market Overview

The market spreads across several distinct areas

  • The Drive: Rows A - F

  • The Field: Rows G - N

  • Lower Meadow: Rows P - W, plus Children's Entertainment

  • Food Court: Central hub for food, drinks, and music

  • The Church: Home to the Craft Market

  • Secret Garden: Formal gardens with treats and music

  • Near the Pond: Coffee spot and gourmet food stalls

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Key Attractions & Entertainment

  • Music (All Day): Head to the Food Court where Royston Radio will be playing music throughout the day.  

  • Enjoy live musical performances in the tranquil Secret Garden.

  • Children's Entertainment - Keep the little ones happy with activities including a Bouncy Castle and face painting located in the Lower Meadow. 

  • Craft Market - Discover unique handmade items inside The Church.

  • Food & Drink Hub -The Food Court is your go-to for delicious street food, the Bar, and music.

How to get here

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To get to us via Car, follow the signs to enter the car park via Royston Road, about 100 metres from the junction with Cambridge Road.

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Sat Nav: SG8 8BY (for car park entrance)

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Google Maps Car Parking Entry Location - https://maps.app.goo.gl/QxQLdJFiugjx6PdT9

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For public transport, you can get here via scheduled bus services from Royston (including Royston Train Station, for onward national rail travel) or Buntingford, stopping at Windmill Close - bus times for 10th May 2025 can be found here

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You can also book on demand bus journeys from anywhere in North Hertfordshire using Herts Lynx​

Opening Hours

Saturday 9th May 2026

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

info@barkwaymarket.org

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Helpful Visitor Tips

Make the most of your day at Barkway Market with these handy tips:

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  • Dog-Friendly Fun: Well-behaved dogs on leads are very welcome! You'll find several stalls selling delicious dog treats (like Terrier treat), and don't miss Fuzzleduck offering live pet portraits, located in the Lower Meadow near the Wagon Wash. Please ensure you clean up after your furry friends.

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  • Bring Your Bags: Help us reduce waste by bringing your own reusable shopping bags for all your lovely purchases.

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  • Best Time to Visit: The market is generally busiest between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Arrive early for the best selection or later for a potentially quieter browse.

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  • Weather Preparedness: We are primarily an outdoor market and go ahead rain or shine! Please dress appropriately for the weather conditions on the day.

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  • Cash & Cards: While many stallholders accept card payments, bringing some cash can be useful for smaller purchases or if signal issues arise.

Visitor Facilities & Assistance

Your comfort and safety are important to us. Here’s where to find key facilities:

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  • Disabled Drop Off and accessible entrance - a dedicated drop off for disabled guests is at the entrance next to the school, at the bottom of the market.

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  • Toilets

    • Accessible toilet facilities are located at the top of The Drive.

    • Additional toilets can be found in the area between the Food Court and The Field.

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  • Information Tent - Have a question? Head to the Info Tent located near the main entrance.

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  • First Aid - First aid assistance is available on The Drive. Please ask a committee member if you need help locating it.

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  • Market Team - Need help on the ground? Look for our friendly Market Committee members wearing distinctive purple hi-viz jackets. They can assist with directions and queries.

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  • Urgent Assistance (Non-Emergency) For issues like lost children during market hours, please contact the duty phone on 07440 591733.

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  • Emergencies - In case of a serious emergency, please contact the emergency services directly on 999.

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  • Emergency Exits - In the unlikely event of an evacuation, please use the designated emergency exits located near The School, via the gate in Lower Meadow next to the Wagon Wash, or through the main entrance/exit. Please follow instructions from the Market Team.

Explore Barkway & Beyond

While you're visiting the market, why not take some time to explore the charming village of Barkway and the beautiful surrounding countryside?

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A Glimpse into Barkway's History

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Barkway is steeped in history, mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086 and flourishing for centuries as an important market village. Its position on the old coaching route between London and Cambridge brought prosperity, evidence of which can still be seen in the many attractive 15th-18th century buildings lining the High Street. It was even a stop on the medieval pilgrimage route to Walsingham. Features like the village milestone (1728), the wagon wash near the church, and the stunning St Mary Magdalene Church (parts dating back to the 13th century) all tell tales of its past.

 

Barkway sits within a region rich in heritage. It's part of The Hundred Parishes, an initiative celebrating the unique cultural landscape of over 100 parishes across North Essex, East Hertfordshire, and South Cambridgeshire. You can delve deeper into the area's history and find more local walks on the The Hundred Parishes website. The village also lies within the Barley Wolds, an area of rolling chalk hills noted for its history, footpaths, and landscapes. Explore more about this specific area at the Barley Wolds guide.

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Walks Around Barkway

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The rolling hills and historic paths around Barkway offer excellent walking opportunities.

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  • Hundred Parishes Walk 133 - Barkway Village: For a walk focused on the village itself, exploring its historic buildings and features like the church and wagon wash, download the detailed guide here: Hundred Parishes Circular Walk 133 (PDF).

  • Exploring Further Afield: Numerous other footpaths crisscross the area. You can find routes heading towards neighbouring villages like Reed or Barley, offering panoramic views and a deeper immersion in the Hertfordshire countryside. Resources like the Hundred Parishes website (under their walks section) or dedicated walking sites like Visorando or the Ramblers website list various options starting from or passing through Barkway.

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Enjoy discovering the history and natural beauty surrounding Barkway!

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