How you can have your say on the future of Chesterfield market
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Chesterfield Borough Council has launched three surveys aimed at Chesterfield market traders, Chesterfield businesses, and Chesterfield residents and visitors.
Among other things, the authority wants to find out what people enjoy about Chesterfield market, what might encourage them to visit more often, and how they think it can be improved.
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Hide AdThe surveys – which can be completed on the council’s website here – will be open until January 4.
They are the first step in the multi-million pound Revitalising the Heart of Chesterfield project which aims to help rejuvenate Chesterfield town centre.
Councillor Kate Sarvent, the council’s cabinet member for town centres and visitor economy, said: “Chesterfield market is the heart and soul of the town.
“It is absolutely vital to our history, with markets being held here since 1204.
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Hide Ad“It’s crucial that we work together with residents, market traders and local businesses to make sure improvements meet their needs, and so we’re encouraging as many people as possible to give us their views.”
Coun Sarvent added: “This is just the start of what is a very important conversation for our town.
“The things people tell us now will be used to shape detailed proposals for the improvement work, which will be the focus of a more formal consultation next year.”
Coun Tricia Gilby, council leader, said: “The Revitalising the Heart of Chesterfield project will allow us to bring new life to our town centre and famous outdoor market, enabling us to attract more footfall and visitor spend, which will help support our local businesses and allow them to thrive.”