People around Great Yarmouth have shared their views on the market place which is undergoing a massive £4.6m revamp .

The wooden roof has been erected on one part of the market and some units will be built prior to the next phase of development, which will see some existing traders move into their new premises.

Great Yarmouth Mercury: Quentin Youngs feels the current market place is lagging behind the seafront when it comes to attracting visitors.Quentin Youngs feels the current market place is lagging behind the seafront when it comes to attracting visitors. (Image: James Weeds)

The borough council says the first phase of the work is on track to be completed by the end of October.

Quentin Youngs, who was visiting town with his wife, said: "I think it's a good idea.

"Anything that's going to help the town is a good thing.

"It needs more regeneration behind the seafront.

"It's a bit deprived now.

"It could do with a little more investment to draw people in.

"The town has to compete with foreign holidays, so this is a good idea.

"I'm looking forward to it."

Great Yarmouth Mercury: Bev Youngs can't wait for the new market to open.Bev Youngs can't wait for the new market to open. (Image: James Weeds)

Bev Youngs added: "I love it. I'm glad the council have done this.

"I can't wait for it to be open.

"Now the council need to invest in the old Iron Duke.

"It's been so sad to see that Art Deco masterpiece almost disappear."

Great Yarmouth Mercury: Joao Alves said he would shop around the new market.Joao Alves said he would shop around the new market. (Image: James Weeds)

Joao Alves, who was on his way home, said: "It's very good. It's looking good. I think I'll shop there some time."

Great Yarmouth Mercury: Neil Oxborro, a visitor from Bishop Stortford, feels Great Yarmouth town centre would benefit from the new market.Neil Oxborro, a visitor from Bishop Stortford, feels Great Yarmouth town centre would benefit from the new market. (Image: James Weeds)

Neil Oxborro, visiting from Bishop Stortford, said: "I've been coming here since I was two-years-old and it has changed so much.

"I think this is very much needed.

"In my time of coming here, this area has felt more run down.

"So I think - if done right - this will be a great thing."

What are your thoughts on the new market now it is taking shape? Send your thoughts and opinions to james.weeds@arhcnat.co.uk

Great Yarmouth Mercury: The outside of one half of the new market building is near completion.The outside of one half of the new market building is near completion. (Image: James Weeds)

Great Yarmouth Mercury: The outside of one half of the new market building is near completion.The outside of one half of the new market building is near completion. (Image: James Weeds)

Great Yarmouth Mercury: The inside of the new market building is starting to take shape.The inside of the new market building is starting to take shape. (Image: James Weeds)