Experience the finest fresh produce Hampshire has to offer! Held on the first Sunday of every month, the Romsey Farmers’ Market takes over Alma Road Car Park (SO51 8ED). Organised by Hampshire Farmers’ Markets, this vibrant open-air event brings together dozens of local farmers, producers, and craft artisans offering everything from freshly baked sourdough and award-winning cheeses to grass-fed meats, local honey, and craft spirits.
Market Schedule & Opening Times
The Romsey Farmers’ Market takes place regularly on the first Sunday of every month:
- Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Frequency: 1st Sunday of each month
- Location: Alma Road Car Park (opposite Waitrose), Romsey (SO51 8ED)
- Admission: Free entry
Market Highlights & Local Produce
Discover high-quality, locally sourced Hampshire goods brought directly to you by the growers, rearers, and makers themselves:
- Fresh Farm Produce & Meats: Seasonal vegetables, free-range eggs, grass-fed beef, pork, lamb, and fresh local game.
- Artisan Foods & Bakes: Freshly baked sourdough breads, pastries, local cheeses, hand-crafted pies, jams, chutneys, and Hampshire honey.
- Drinks & Crafts: Local craft spirits, Hampshire ciders, roasted coffee, garden plants, flowers, and handmade artisan crafts.
- Hot Street Food: Enjoy hot breakfast bites, coffee, and sausage rolls while browsing the stalls.
Booking & Visitor Information
No tickets or advance bookings are required—simply turn up and enjoy browsing the stalls:
- Entry Fee: Free to attend
- Dog Friendly: Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome at the market.
- Official Website: Find out more at Hampshire Farmers’ Markets Official Page.
How to Get to Romsey Farmers’ Market
The market is held in central Romsey, just off Alma Road:
- By Foot: Located right in Romsey town centre at Alma Road Car Park, directly opposite Waitrose.
- By Train: Romsey Railway Station is approximately a 5-minute walk (approx. 400 metres) along Station Road and Alma Road.
- By Bus: Local bus services (including Stagecoach and Bluestar) stop nearby along Alma Road and Broadwater Road.
Where to Park near the Market
While part of Alma Road Car Park hosts the market stalls, plenty of nearby town centre car parks are available within a 2 to 5-minute walk:
- Alma Road Visitor Parking (SO51 8ED): Pay-and-display spaces remain available in the non-market sections of Alma Road Car Park.
- Lortemore Place Car Park (SO51 8GW): Located a short 6-minute walk away off Latimer Street.
- Broadwater Road Car Park (SO51 8GZ): A spacious council-operated car park just 7 minutes away on foot.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the Romsey Farmers’ Market held?
- The market takes place on the first Sunday of every month, running from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
- Where is the market located in Romsey?
- It is held in Alma Road Car Park (SO51 8ED), located right opposite Waitrose in central Romsey.
- Do I need a ticket to enter?
- No, entry to the Romsey Farmers’ Market is completely free for all visitors.
- Are dogs allowed at the market?
- Yes, well-behaved dogs kept on short leads are very welcome at the market.
- Where is the best place to park?
- You can park in the available pay-and-display bays within Alma Road Car Park or nearby at Lortemore Place Car Park (SO51 8GW) and Broadwater Road Car Park (SO51 8GZ).