WARRINGTON Market has picked up one of the top prizes at the Great British Market Awards.

The market was named the country’s Best Large Indoor Market during a ceremony in Birmingham earlier today, Thursday.

Organised by the National Association of British Market Authorities, awards were presented by Clwyd South MP and chairman of the All-Party Markets Parliamentary Group Simon Baynes.

Judges said of Warrington Market’s win: “This award goes to an already award-winning and much acclaimed market.

“It is a new market that has demonstrated to the industry innovation in both design and operating. It functions around a quality food and drink offer which is supported by other ancillary traders offering great quality, professionalism and variety.

“This is very much a market of the future, but provides a successful balance between modern and traditional retail.

“In addition, the integration and use of the adjoining market square has created a regeneration opportunity with the market as a focus, supporting the revival of the town centre.

“The judging panel consider this to be a beacon of good practice and modern market management, alongside being a great ambassador for markets present and future.”

A Warrington Market spokesman said: “A huge thank you to all of our staff, traders and customers for helping to make our market the special place it is and to the National Association of British Market Authorities for this special award win.”