Raining on Methven's Parade

However, we did cancel due to the weather forecasts, stallholders withdrawing and potential road closures.

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Link to Ashburton Guardian Article

Despite the forecast, the long-anticipated Methven market will open this Sunday.

The market’s debut event has been in the works for months, organiser Jennifer Lalor said.

“A lot of stallholders have put in a massive effort to be here this weekend.

“I've got one coming from Blenheim, one from Amberley, others from Christchurch.”

Stalls ranging from sweet treats to woodwork and jewellery will set up at a new location - 15 Hobbs road, near the local golf course.

“There’s a huge tennis court, a big driveway, and hard ground for the trucks, so that’s where we’re bringing it to.”

“The stallholders are super wrapped, I had a very late night answering lots of questions.”