Redevelopment of Newmarket Square in D8 to displace much loved markets

Newmarket Square in the Liberties have been home to five of the most popular flea markets Dublin has to offer - Dublin Flea Market, The Pure Vintage Fair, World Culture Market, The Brocante and the Newmarket Collective. Making their mark in the city's most historic quarter, they blend into the happenings of the community and attract both locals and tourists looking to pick up some gems.

But come the 12th of June, all five Sunday markets will be out of a location and therefore, in transit until a new location is found. It is understood that the partnership behind the works - the Newmarket Partnership - have not responded to comments from other national media outlets covering the story.

The demolishment and refurbishment is part of an overall development plan for the Liberties - that will include several new buildings such as offices, a hotel and apartments.

Other local businesses such as the Dublin Food Co-op and the Green Door Market must also vacate the area, despite the limited amount of notice they received.

Though the area will feel the loss of such markets, all five names are currently seeking a new site suitable for their needs, with the Dublin Flea Market stating on their Instagram page that it would be "an exciting opportunity for a city district in Dublin that wants to avail of an established Sunday market collective with guaranteed footfall, new business opportunity and a strong community focus."

The Dublin Flea Market has been in operation at the Newmarket location since 2008 and garnered popularity through praise from national and international visitors.

For some, it was the mix of vintage and antiques amongst one of Dublin's oldest district. Never quite knowing what you'd find, a visit here was the ideal Sunday morning walk with plenty of chance to Tweet or Instagram the wacky and wonderful products on display - old wooden horse statue, anyone? Everything made sense given the surroundings.

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Should anyone know of a suitable location for the five Sunday markets to be re-homed to, the Dublin Flea Market have posted a description on their Instagram account of what such a place would need.

Five thriving Sunday Markets are losing their home, as the redevelopment of Newmarket Square in Dublin 8 looms closer. The markets (Dublin Flea Market, The Brocante, Fusion Sundays -World Culture Market, Newmarket Collective and The Pure Vintage Fair) were given notice to leave the Green Door premises where they were operating from, effective June 12th 2018. It is understood that the first stages of demolition and redevelopment of the existing units will take place soon after this. The Sunday markets will be in transition from this date and without a home until a new venue is secured. Since the Dublin Flea Market first opened its doors in 2008, these markets have become a much loved and important part of Dublin market culture and indeed the local community. Attracting both locals and tourists alike, they have been integral in the transformation and community development of Newmarket and its surrounding areas over the last decade. Currently the future of the five Sunday markets is uncertain until a new home has been found, however, all five markets have joined together in the search for a new city centre location. This is an exciting opportunity for a city district in Dublin that wants to avail of an established Sunday market collective with guaranteed footfall, new business opportunity and a strong community focus. The markets require a large indoor and outdoor venue in Dublin city centre close to public transport with parking. Can you help the Dublin Sunday markets? If so please get in touch through [email protected]. Info pack also available for potential new home providers on request. For updates and to keep informed check #savedublinsundaymarkets

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