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Derek Walsh of Derek’s Books, announced on social media that he is set to retire next month and that the stall will cease trading.

Book stall owner leaves customers gutted after announcing retirement

From left, Sgt Tom Rettie from Preston City Centre’s Neighbourhood Policing Team, Preston Market Manager Mark Beck, David Maudsley from Bags N Bags who has been a Preston Market holder for more than 50 years, Trading Standards Manager Helene Corlett and Police Constable Josh Thompson mark the launch of the Real Deal initiative

New initiative at Preston Market will crack down on counterfeit goods

Ben Smith was convicted at Preston Crown Court

Rogue trader jailed for targeting and threatening an elderly widow

Plates4Less says it first noticed a significant increase in business-related enquiries during 2022

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BiGDUG’s modular van racking system helps tradespeople turn a cluttered van into an organised mobile workspace with dedicated storage for tools, fittings and equipment.

BiGDUG slashes van racking prices in trader clearance sale

25 wonderful pictures from the beloved Chipping Steam Fair 2026

Claire and Rhys Guthrie at the Yellow Ribbon Day. Ribbons will remain on display throughout June and July.

Date announced for 'truly meaningful' St Catherine's Yellow Day

Folk duo Trouble at 'Mill from Gregson Lane have been going for the past 37 years

Popular South Ribble folk duo announce free Chew's Yard show

The outdoor market in Preston town centre

Preston Market seeks local traders

Chew’s Yard has announces a huge line up of free events for its second birthday at the end of the month.

Chew’s Yard announces weekend of free events for its second birthday

Rogue roofer who scammed Chorley homeowner handed jail sentence

Special guests, displays, stalls with comic books, fantasy novels, replica film props and gifts at Chorley Comic Con, held at the Lancastrian Suite at Chorley Town Hall, part of What's Your Story, Chorley!

19 brilliant pictures as cosplay fans dress up for Chorley Comic Con

Garstang to host Makers Market featuring local traders

'We're delighted' - Garstang gears up for town's 1st Makers Market

Market House ribbon cutting

Update on major £120k improvements to 300-year-old market house

Work on the outdoor area around the redeveloped Colne Market Hall, February 2026

Business fearing for future over market hall revamp issues update

Colne Market Hall

Reopening date revealed for new market hall with food court & bar
The transformation of Colne Market Hall is nearing completion - and the opening date has been announced.
Catherine Musgrove

A Preston shop owner has been fined after a knife was illegally sold to a 14-year-old

Shop owner fined after knife sold to child in test purchase sting

A rogue roofer scammed elderly Lancashire residents out of thousands of pounds

Rogue roofer scammed elderly residents out of thousands of pounds

Market traders and shoppers positive amid £4.2m regeneration

A pair of traders pleased to be back

13 pics as Preston's outdoor market is back where it belongs

My 3 best things to do this week in Preston, Chorley & South Ribble

My 3 best things to do this week in Preston, Chorley & South Ribble

Preston's outdoor market on Monday morning, stalls are in place awaiting the traders' return.

Preston’s outdoor market gets ready for the traders' return tomorrow

Preston outdoor market traders will return to their traditional home on Tuesday.

Preston Market Traders to return to their historic canopy next week

Preston's outdoor market traders have been relocated away from their usual canopy since October.

Outdoor market traders can return to original spot in the New Year

Preston Market and trader Pete Burns (inset)

'All-time low' - market's second book trader closes after 34 years

Best independent shops in Lancashire

21 of the best independent shops to celebrate Small Business Saturday

Staying organised on the go feels easier with a business phone built for long days, just like the Google Pixel 9a on Vodafone Business.

Google Pixel 9a on Vodafone Business for less
If your phone is basically your office, this deal could change how you work. The Google Pixel 9a on Vodafone Business promises serious performance without the usual price tag, making it a smart upgrade for anyone running a small business or side hustle.
Marc Reeves

Managing communication with clients, logging receipts and expenses and filing tax returns took up the most time.

The typical self-employed worker spends 17 hours a month on admin

Clitheroe Market could soon have a new Code of Conduct for its traders

Shoppers offer views on trader's behaviour as code of conduct proposed

Police have seized almost £200,000 worth of illicit cigarettes and vapes following a series of raids across Lancashire

Illegal vapes and cigarettes worth £200k seized in police crackdown

The outdoor market at Preston Market has now moved to two temporary locations whilst work is carried out at Amounderness House, Earl Street.

Outdoor market moves to two different locations

11 photos as visitors hunt for treasures at Real Deal Record Fair

Preston outdoor market traders who are unhappy about their upcoming move.

We're angry we were lied to about why the outdoor market is moving

An outdoor ice skating rink is coming to Preston city centre this Christmas.

Outdoor ice skating rink is coming to Preston city centre this Xmas

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An artist’s aerial view of Rawtenstall’s revitalised market.

Where market will temporarily relocate to and the disruption to expect

"We still have a market with nice natured and welcoming stall holders and quality food.”

I've been a market trader for 48 years - but this is the last straw

The tool is designed to equip traders with smarter and faster insights

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Taste of Leyland

This is when Leyland's food festival is back - and what to expect

It comes at a time when the Bank of England has recently lowered interest rates by 0.25% to 4%

Ad Feature Tradu offers 4.5 % interest on cash balances - more than BOE

New mural coming to Preston Market for its 150th birthday

(Photo: IAN MAULE/AFP via Getty Images)

Soaring price of Bitcoin hits £90k – the truth behind the surge

SpudBros impact of Lytham Festival cancellation- We lost £12k on sales

Rumours have been circulating that Preston's covered market is set to close next month.

I'm a Preston Market trader and I'm concerned about the closure rumour

40 nostalgic pictures of Preston 80 years ago

Lancashire market traders have their say on revamp as Easter approaches

It could be mayhem: Lancashire market traders have their say on revamp

(Photos: Getty Images/CNBC)

UK pensions at risk as Trump tariffs spark fears of 'Black Monday 2'

Ormskirk Festival.

Huge food and drink festival returns to historic market town

Comedian Kate-Lois Elliott was resigned to renting for life

A lifelong renter became an estate agent to buy her first home

(L-R) Zulkernan Mahmood, Rehan Yousaf and Jonathan O’Grady used a TV ad featuring an EastEnders star to scam £1 million from pensioners

Man involved in £1m scam using ad featuring EastEnders star on the run

21 of the best independent shops in Lancashire

21 of the best independent shops to celebrate Small Business Saturday

Clitheroe Market, spring 2024, before proposed upgrade work. Pic: Robbie MacDonald LDRS

Lancs market upgrades to start ASAP but must avoid vital December days

Which? Trusted Traders accredited OFTEC heating technician

Which? Trusted Traders partners with OFTEC to help households in Lancashire

Hope Terrace car park, Lostock Hall

Traders and residents win battle over car parks

Members of the 5th Legion from Preston Comic Con at Deepdale in 2022.

Preston Comic Con returns this weekend: where, when & what to expect

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