Full works on the multi million pound transformation of the outdoor market are now underway and are set to be completed in June 2026.
The investment by the council will deliver a state of the art market with better access for pedestrians from the bus and Metro station, a new canopy, new toilets, stall improvements and improved public spaces.
It will be a major boost for the town’s economy and the traders, who as council tenants have been offered the rent reduction running from 4 August, 2025, to 30 June, 2026.
The council is also investing £15,000 in activities and events in and around the indoor market to help drive footfall during the works, starting with several free events happening throughout August, such as a funfair, AI photobooth, caricaturist, face painting and treasure hunt.
Councillor Stephen Simkins, City of Wolverhampton Council Leader, said: “We will deliver the first class, improved and modern market we promised traders.
“In the meantime, we have listened to traders concerns and are committed to supporting them during the works.
“This offer comes on top of the council investing millions of pounds in the major improvements that will make the market even better for them and their customers.
“This time next year we will all be enjoying the absolute best market in the West Midlands with more modern, more accessible, and more vibrant spaces for traders and the local community.”
