Two new businesses opened at Great Yarmouth market

However, two new traders at the recently completed second phase of Great Yarmouth marketplace's upgrade say business continues to pick up.

Opening in late October, Foam and Fizz by Chris saw huge demand for its soaps, bath products and official Body Shop range.

Foam and Fizz by Chris is located on the westside of Great Yarmouth's market building. Picture - James Weeds (Image: James Weeds)Owner Christine Thomas started her business in 2022, selling a few small items from a gazebo outside the Palmers building.

"We started out selling a few bath bombs and here we are," she said.

"Trade has been really good. Christmas was fabulous. And even though it is January and trade is slow in general, I am doing twice as well as I was this time last year. 

"I think it's a good sign."

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Christine Thomas began her company, selling items from a gazebo in front of the Palmers building. Picture - James Weeds (Image: James Weeds)After leaving her former job at a school due to health issues, Mrs Thomas wanted to sell items which made people feel good. After finding success with her pop-up stall, she joined other stallholders in the town's £4.7m revamped market.

"We get on really well with the other stallholders and it's a nice atmosphere here," Mrs Thomas said.

"I think people like seeing more new shops come to the town centre. We are getting returning customers, old and new. It feels great to be here."

A few units away from Mrs Thomas' stall is Just One Indian Street Food, selling freshly cooked curries, lunch buffets and spicy treats.

Owner and chef Shah Alam opened his takeaway earlier in January, having been previously located on Gorleston High Street.

"It's been a good few weeks and it's getting better and better every day," said Mr Alam.

"People love homecooked food. And they like to see what I am cooking.

Shah Alam cooking up a treat at his market stall kitchen. Picture - James Weeds (Image: James Weeds)"We want to help make the marketplace a happy experience for both our customers and our neighbours."

For more information on the market and businesses there, visit Great Yarmouth Market Place on Facebook.

Just One Indian Street Food opened earlier in January. Picture - James Weeds (Image: James Weeds)Great Yarmouth marketplace pictured in January 2024. Picture - Denise Bradley (Image: Denise Bradley)