THE NEWLY refurbished Butchers Market in Wrexham will open late in November following months of works. 

After more than three decades since the last refurbishment, works on the Butchers Market, as well as the General Market are nearing completion on their much needed revamp.

Work has been ongoing at the site for over a year, with Wrexham Council saying some "unexpected additional works" caused a delay to the programme. 

The local authority has now confirmed that the market will officially open on November 28. 

In addition to the opening of the refurbished markets, the Victorian Christmas Market will launch at the same time, which has now been extended to a four-day market, with the addition of traditional wooden chalets.

To compliment this, the refurbished markets’ four-day launch will also have a Victorian theme, echoing the Butchers’ Market’s 1992 refurbishment launch.

Cllr Nigel Williams, Lead Member for Business, Economy and Tourism, said: “It’s great to see the Butchers and General Markets getting the refresh they desperately needed. Like most works on older buildings, our contractors are facing new challenges with each passing day.

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“Our Markets have always been such an important part of Wrexham, and it’s exciting to share their new and improved facilities with the community just as the festive season begins.”

“Having the launch run alongside the Victorian Christmas Market is a positive bonus. It will be a fantastic opportunity for the market traders, local businesses and Wrexham’s economy to benefit from the extra footfall in the city centre.”

The combined events of the refurbished markets four-day launch and the Victorian Christmas Market is expected to draw more foot traffic into the city, offering a vibrant atmosphere for locals and visitors alike, as well as increased opportunities for market traders and local businesses during the festive season.