YOUNG traders and performers are offered another chance to showcase their creative products and talents when the Teenage Market comes to Bedford Square, Tavistock, on Saturday, October 21.

The event, to be held between 10am to 4pm, follows the success of the first market which took place in May. The market, supported by West Devon Borough and Tavistock Town Councils, gives young people a free platform to showcase their creative talents.

Local teenagers will be performing live music and selling their homemade wares; which include art, handmade craft and also food and drink stalls.

To get involved, create a trader or performer profile on the Teenage Market website www.theteenagemarket. co.uk before Sunday, October 15. People can then apply to take part in the Tavistock Teenage Market on Saturday, October 21. 

After people have applied to take part, the organisers will be in touch to let you know if you have been allocated a free stall or performance slot.

Nadine Trout, commissioning  manager for West Devon Borough Council, said: ‘We are thrilled that the Teenage Market is returning this October. The first event was a great success and the word has spread with the enthusiasm of our local young people who took part. This market promises to be even bigger and more successful than last time.’

‘It’s a really wonderful opportunity for the town to come together to support our local young entrepreneurs,’ agreed Cllr Robert Oxborough, West Devon Borough Council’s lead member for economy. 

‘This will offer a wealth of experience for the teenagers, while also supporting our local economy. You don’t get any more local than this!’

Tavistock Mayor Cllr Philip Sanders added: ‘We have so many creative teenagers in and around the Tavistock area who can use this opportunity to showcase their talents. The town council is delighted to support them in giving them the confidence and opportunity to do so.’

Phil Ruse, assistant principal at Tavistock College, said:  ‘Tavistock College is delighted to be working alongside West Devon Borough Council to promote and run the Teenage Market in Tavistock. The concept is designed to put young people at the forefront of an enterprise and performance based event within the backdrop of a traditional market town. Tavistock College students are looking forward to being involved in the promotion and marketing of the event, whilst also being part of a showcase for our young co-operative groups and local entrepreneurs.’