Warrington Artisan Market
Located in Warrington, Cheshire.
Make a day of it, indie style
Independent businesses near Warrington worth knowing about before or after the market.
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A genuine hidden gem of a café off Norman Street, with a beautifully decorated cosy interior and consistently excellent cake and coffee. The owners are described as incredibly kind and accommodating of allergies, making this a firm favourite for a calm breakfast or lunch. Open Monday to Friday from 10am to 3pm, Saturday from 10am to 1pm.
“Great little cafe! Proper hidden gem. Friendly service, promt, and great quality food and drinks... lovely experience! 5*”
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One of Warrington's most celebrated independent cafés, earning a near-perfect rating from over 300 reviews. Beautifully presented breakfasts, excellent coffee, homemade pancakes and a warm, family-welcoming atmosphere make Blossom a genuine destination in its own right. The staff are consistently praised for going above and beyond. Open from 9am on Saturdays, later in the evening.
“A friend recommended this restaurant, so my husband and I came today to try their breakfast. We really love the interior décor and the cozy atmosphere. The service is exceptional—the staff’s warm attitude truly made us feel welcome. Both breakfast dishes were delicious, beautifully plated, a...”
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A standout brunch destination on Sankey Street described by visitors as the best breakfast spot in Warrington town centre. The Turkish eggs, halloumi and avocado eggs Benedict, steak and eggs and beetroot coffee all draw exceptional reviews. Beautiful decor, attentive staff and outstanding value. Open from 9am on Saturdays.
“Came in for brunch today. First time I’ve been in. Nice friendly atmosphere. Staff were very attentive and helpful. I had 2 poached eggs on sourdough bread. Eggs cooked to perfection 👌 Ended up having 2 Flats whites as the coffee was that nice. Always helps when the Latte art is perfect (som...”
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A wonderfully distinctive independent coffee shop on Winwick Street — specialty coffee alongside a PlayStation 2, retro game consoles, manga shelves and Beano comics on the wall. The banana bread with bacon and peanut butter is described as insane, the V60 coffee is exceptional and the owner creates a genuinely welcoming, characterful atmosphere. Open from 7am on Saturdays.
“OMG! Home made banana bread with bacon and peanut butter! INSANE!!!! Absolutely delicious and great customer service!”
Places to go, see and play
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A free museum and gallery in a striking Victorian building at the heart of Warrington, housing collections covering local history, Egyptology, natural history and an art gallery with regularly changing exhibitions. One of the North West's most underrated free cultural venues. Open Tuesday to Saturday.
“A hidden gem. We've lived nearby this fantastic museum for over a decade and never visited because I had assumed it would be small. However we spent some delightful hours perusing their collections. Their botany section is fascinating. Natural history fantastic. The museum is laid out in the most...”
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A peaceful 26-acre lake and nature reserve on the edge of Lymm village, perfect for a post-market walk. The circular path around the dam takes around 30 minutes and passes through mature woodland with good birdwatching throughout the year. Free to visit, dog-friendly and open year-round. The village's most beloved local green space.
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A perfect family day out — peaceful, pretty, and full of charm We had a fantastic day out at Lymm Dam with our young boys. It’s a beautiful, peaceful spot with just the right mix of woodland walks, calm water, and village charm. The kids loved exploring the sh...”
Places to eat, drink and party
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A popular Loungers venue on Market Place in the centre of Warrington, open from 9am on Saturdays with a broad all-day menu of brunch plates, Louisiana Fried Chicken, cocktails and Bang Bang Chicken. Dog-friendly, welcoming to families and well-regarded for the warmth of the team. Part of the Loungers group.
“Amazing amazing amazing. Me, my husband and 16 year went there and had brunch. My son was so impressed that he woll visit with his friends. A very grown up place, food out of this world and different. We had a lovely time. Staff lovely and actually talk you. Well done to all the staff here”
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