They descended on Royal Hillsborough to soak up the atmosphere and enjoy the vast array of artisanal foodie delights and gifts on offer. Advertisement Advertisement Hosted by Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council , the long-standing Royal Hillsborough Farmers Market welcomed 50 local producers, arts and craftspeople to The Dark Walk in the heart of the village. Did you know with an ad-lite subscription to NorthernIrelandWorld, you get 70% fewer ads while viewing the news that matters to you.
Alderman Amanda Grehan, Chair of the council’s Regeneration and Growth Committee, said: “The Royal Hillsborough Farmers Markets just seem to get better year on year. "We are so delighted with the continuing demand from local food producers and artisans to trade at our markets. Advertisement Advertisement " As always, the market was inclusive and offered something to please all members of the family – food and drink, arts and crafts for kids, musical entertainment and much more.
” Food lovers spent the day enjoying the diverse range of foods and flavours on offer. From the village’s own businesses, Round House Bakery, Kin & Folk Bakery and Tori’s coffee bakes and cakes to other artisan producers taking part in the market. Advertisement Advertisement They were joined by fellow producers including Moon Gelato, Ballydown Milk, and direct to market produce from farmers including, The Curious Farmer, Ballydown Milk and Kennedy Bacon.
Delicious street food and artisan coffee was served u.