Knutsford Market Hall has welcomed its newest independent trader, Cheshire Craft Store

Knutsford Market Hall has welcomed its newest independent trader, Cheshire Craft Store, bringing a much-loved range of arts, crafts and haberdashery supplies back to the town.

The new business is owned by familiar local face Melanie Naylor, who opened Cheshire Craft Store after receiving regular requests from customers looking for the products once available at her former business, Knutsford Art and Stationery Shop.

The stall stocks a wide selection of art materials, craft supplies, and haberdashery, catering for everyone from experienced artists and makers to children discovering their creative side.

Melanie said: "We are delighted to open Cheshire Craft Store and bring these products back to Knutsford. We're stocking all your favourites – from wool, needles and thread to paints, sketchbooks, and art materials for both experienced and budding artists. Please pop in and see us. If there's something you need that we don't have in stock, we'll always do our best to order it for you."

The arrival of Cheshire Craft Store comes as Knutsford Market Hall continues to reward loyal customers through two new initiatives.

Each month, one regular Market Hall customer is nominated by the traders to receive £20 in Knutsford Vouchers to spend within the Market Hall. June's recipient was Laura Davies of Laura Davies Styling, recognised for her continued support of the Market Hall and its independent businesses.

Meanwhile, York & Co ~ The Grocer has launched a new loyalty scheme for its regular customers, offering rewards to shoppers who choose to buy local and support the independent organic grocery store.

Alex Molly, owner of York & Co ~ The Grocer, said: "Our loyalty scheme is our way of thanking customers for shopping local. Every purchase brings rewards, making it even easier to enjoy fresh, seasonal organic produce while supporting an independent Knutsford business. Pop in to find out more."

Sandra Curties, Town Centre Manager for Knutsford Town Council, said: "We're delighted to welcome Cheshire Craft Store to Knutsford Market Hall. Melanie's new business fills a real gap in the town, giving artists, crafters and hobbyists access to quality supplies once again. Alongside exciting initiatives such as the Market Hall customer reward and York & Co's new loyalty scheme, there's never been a better time to visit. Whether you're a regular shopper or discovering the Market Hall for the first time, you'll find a fantastic range of independent businesses ready to welcome you."

The full list of market traders is as follows –

The Market Café

Sweet. Knutsford

Cheshire Party Store

Market Hall Barber

Slipped Discs

Cheshire Craft Store

Market Hall Butcher

Knutsford Mobile

York & Co. – The Grocer.

JKQ Quality Catch (Friday morning only)

Knutsford Market Hall is open every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and every Makers Market Sunday.