Why the Artisan Market planned for St Annes' £3.13m events space isn't happening today
“While we always do everything possible to go ahead with our events, the safety of our traders, visitors, and staff must come first”
Today’s St Annes Artisan Market has been cancelled because of the wind.
Organisers Fylde Council and market specialists Crafty Vintage took the decision yesterday afternoon and seeing that strong and persistent wind gusts were forecast throughout Saturday.
It is the second time in the three months since the event in the newly-refurbished St Annes Square began that the market has been hit by the weather, with its debut in April curtailed early, also by wind.
The event, scheduled to take place monthly on the second Saturday, is not being held in July because of a clash of dates with St Annes Carnival, so its next scheduled staging will be August 8.
Fylde Council said in a statement: “Due to strong and persistent wind forecast in St Annes today, Crafty Vintage have taken the decision to cancel the artisan market to ensure the safety of their traders and visitors.
“We look forward to welcoming visitors back to the next market on Saturday, August 8.”
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Crafty Vintage said: “After carefully monitoring the weather forecasts and conditions on site, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the St Annes Artisan Market.
“Strong and persistent wind gusts are forecast throughout the day, and while we always do everything possible to go ahead with our events, the safety of our traders, visitors, and staff must come first.
“We know this will be disappointing news for many of you, especially our wonderful traders who have spent time preparing for the event.
“However, we feel this is the most responsible decision given the forecast conditions.
“Thank you for your understanding and continued support. We look forward to welcoming you back to St Annes soon in much safer and more enjoyable weather.”