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South Wales Guardian
20-05-2025
- Business
- South Wales Guardian
Pictures of first Ammanford Farmers Market held near Arcade
The event was held on Saturday, May 3 at the Arcade Plaza near Margaret Street Car Park and featured a variety of products from Carmarthenshire-based businesses. Pictures have now emerged of the farmers market which was organised by Cameron Reardon and James Mordue from The Secret PlantHouse. The market was held near the Victorian Arcade. (Image: Cameron Reardon) Following the event, businesses have expressed their gratitude for the increased footfall which was present on the Bank Holiday weekend. A range of local businesses attended the event. (Image: Cameron Reardon) The Old Arcade Café wrote: 'What a day yesterday for us independent businesses in the top of town. The arcade was really busy, thank you to all who stopped by and visited all of us! 'Great work The Secret PlantHouse on organising the market in the square, let's hope this is the start of something regular and special for all us independent businesses.' The farmers market included local butchers, candles & homeware, fresh produce and artisan goods. (Image: Cameron Reardon) Vive La Crêpe added: 'The arcade hasn't seen a buzz this since before lockdown! Thank you, Secret PlantHouse! 'You did an amazing job. We all had a very successful day and thank you Ammanford for the support. It means so much to little independents. Looking forward to the next one.' The goal of the market was to increase footfall. (Image: Cameron Reardon) The farmers market included local butchers, candles & homeware, fresh produce and artisan goods. The market happened on a Bank Holiday weekend. (Image: Cameron Reardon) The event benefitted businesses in the area. (Image: Cameron Reardon) Ammanford Farmers Market posted on Facebook: 'Wow. What a phenomenal day for Ammanford's very first Farmers Market. I am honestly blown away by the turnout - hundreds of local people showed up today and I am beyond humbled and thankful for every single one of you. "The support from the community has been overwhelming and it's so clear Ammanford really needed something like this. "A massive thank you to the amazing Ammanford Arcade family - putting the gazebo this morning was an absolute laugh, but we got there in the end. Your support in the run-up today has been incredible and so appreciated. "And of course, I want to give a heartfelt thank you to James and the wonderful Katie, my absolute superstars. The Secret PlantHouse simply wouldn't be the business it is today without your phenomenal support – thank you from the bottom of my heart." Locals filled the arcade. (Image: Cameron Reardon) Cameron, from the Secret Planthouse, previously stated how the goal was to bring more life to Ammanford, especially in the area next to the arcade. The Secret PlantHouse organised the event. (Image: Cameron Reardon) Cameron made an appearance at the market. (Image: Cameron Reardon) The market was a huge success. (Image: Cameron Reardon) Besides, bringing attention to the iconic part of town that newer residents may not have visited and to boost tourism. Cameron even revealed how a local business was meant to go to another farmers market but decided to stay in Ammanford once they found out the event was taking place.
South Wales Guardian
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
Ammanford Farmers Market to take place at Victorian Arcade
On Saturday, May 3, Ammanford Farmers Market will be held at the Arcade Plaza near Margaret Street Car Park. The event is being organised by The Secret PlantHouse – a business run by Cameron Reardon and James Mordue that replaced Arcade News on December 6, 2024. The farmers market is being organised by The Secret PlantHouse. (Image: The Secret PlantHouse) Cameron said: 'We are really excited. Our aim is to bring life to the other side of Ammanford and bring more attention to the arcade. We are hoping to introduce people to the area who perhaps haven't visited Ammanford before which could benefit tourism. 'We have tried to offer things in the market that are not known in Ammanford. But we are sticking to businesses based in Carmarthenshire. There will be a good variety of products, and we want the market to be authentic. 'Other businesses have jumped on board. One local business even cancelled their trip to another market so they could come and take part in this one. 'The local council has also been fantastic with helping us to get licensing. It feels like the whole community is very appreciative of what we are creating.' A range of local businesses will attend the market. (Image: Cameron Reardon) Indeed, The Secret PlantHouse wants to encourage footfall in this area of Ammanford while bringing something different to the town. Ammanford Farmers Market will feature food, crafts, plants, gifts and more from local businesses. Locals can expect a variety of products. (Image: Cameron Reardon) The Secret PlantHouse posted on Facebook: 'From handmade to homegrown, artisan to awesome — we're bringing together the very best local businesses, brands & makers to boost Ammanford's economy and show what this little town can really do 'Love Ammanford? Then show up, have a wander, grab a treat, and support the people behind the stalls. Even just popping by makes a huge difference! This isn't just a market. It's a movement. If we want to keep something this special… we've got to show up for it. 'Don't miss out – bring your mates, your nan, your dog and your tote bags! Let's make some noise, Ammanford.' The market aims to increase footfall near Ammanford Arcade. (Image: Cameron Reardon) Meanwhile, since opening their business, The Secret PlantHouse has continued to thrive. Cameron continued: 'Things have been going fantastic at the shop. We have expanded our gardens into the shop opposite us and now we are looking to hire more staff on a part-time basis.'
