Since then, more than 50,000 people have visited, overall footfall has increased by 15%, and market traders are reporting average sales growth of 20% week on week.
The figures highlight the positive impact the Market is having on Oldham town centre. Increased visitor numbers are bringing more people into the Spindles and surrounding businesses, while giving residents a modern destination to shop, eat and spend time.
Creating a market in the heart of the town centre was a key part of the wider regeneration ambitions, helping to drive footfall, support local enterprise and encourage greater town centre activity.
Six months on, it is encouraging to see the Market thriving, traders performing well and people choosing to spend more time in the town centre.