Fun for all the Family at Cornhill Market
There is entertainment for the whole family at Cornhill Market throughout February including pop-up stalls, a vintage clothing market and an interactive musical light show in City Square.
In the run-up to Valentine’s Day, visitors are being invited to share their love for their partner, friends, family or even their favourite market stall by writing a love note and posting it on a special notice board.
To help shoppers find the perfect present, many of the stalls are offering Valentine-themed products and promotions, and there will also be pop-ups selling balloons, cards and gifts which can be pre-ordered in time for the big day.
During half term the market will be open every day from 9am until 7pm (11am till 7pm on Sunday), and until 9.30pm on 20th and 21st February for the Lincoln Lights festival which will illuminate the city from Cornhill to Castle with a free interactive light show.
Between 5.30pm and 9.30pm City Square will be transformed into a musical wonderland for children and adults to enjoy. They’ll be able to hop onto one of six interactive swings and glide back and forth while creating their own musical masterpiece. Each swing controls a different element from percussion, bassline and melody, and each movement contributes to the symphony alongside a dynamic light show.
Also during half term, from 28th February to 2nd March, Rock Retro Lincoln will be running a vintage clothing pop-up in Cornhill Market selling 80s to Y2K brands, designer and streetwear and lots more sustainable fashion.
Market Manager Rebecca Tayor said: “We’re looking forward to a jam-packed February with something for the whole family to enjoy, culminating in an incredible interactive music and light show which we’re really excited about.
“Cornhill Market is home to some brilliant independent businesses from jewellers to gelaterias, and during February they’ll be joined by pop-up stalls including Rock Retro Lincoln which is always hugely popular.
“So, whether you are looking for a unique gift for Valentine’s Day or free family entertainment during half-term, a visit to the market will not disappoint.”
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Cornhill Market events timetable:
| Date | Event |
| 5th to 8th February | Corner Farm valentine pop-up |
| 5th to 16th February | Love for All (post a note to your loved ones on our valentine notice board) |
| 8th and 9th February | Party SaRai pop-up |
| 12th to 14th February | Corner Farm valentine pop-up |
| 20th and 21st February (5.30pm till 9.30pm) | Lincoln Lights in City Square |
| 28th February to 2nd March | Rock Retro vintage clothing pop-up |
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About Cornhill Market
- Reopened in May 2024, the successful £8.75 million regeneration of the Grade II listed Cornhill Market was delivered with funding and support from Town Deal and Historic England.
- The project was completed with an array of project partners, including Lindum Group and the scheme designers John Roberts Architects, who together transformed the historic market into a vibrant and sustainable destination for retail, dining, and community events.
- The refurbishment not only focused on positive environmental impact but also aimed to create a vibrant public space. The City Square area, next to the Market, also benefitted from repaving which was designed to accommodate outdoor stalls, al fresco dining, and community events, enhancing the social and commercial activity in the city.
- The renovation of Lincoln’s Cornhill Market was named Regeneration and Restoration Project of the Year at the annual East Midlands Property Dinner Awards 2024.
About Towns Fund – Town Deals
- On 27 July 2019, the Prime Minister announced that the Towns Fund would support an initial 101 places across England to develop Town Deal proposals, to drive economic regeneration and deliver long-term economic and productivity growth. See further details of the announcement.
- A Town Deal is an agreement in principle between Government, the Lead Council and the Town Deal Board. It will set out a vision and strategy for the town, and what each party agrees to do to achieve this vision.
About Lincoln Lights
- Swing Song by Bristol Light Festival in City Square is one of nine interactive works by artists from across the UK which will be installed in various locations across the city on 20th and 21st February between 5.30pm and 9.30pm. For further information about Lincoln Lights and an interactive map visit VisitLincoln.com/lincoln-lights
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