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Frustrations with Coventry Market redevelopment

Terry Rowe runs Thunderbolt Models at Coventry Market. He believes hoarding surrounding the City Centre South development is putting customers off.

A stall holder at Coventry Market is relocating due to a lack of business. Terry Rowe opened a stall in October 2023 specialising in pre-owned model trains and accessories. He told ѿý CWR's Rosie Eaton the last six months have been so bad for business, he's decided to pack up and relocate away from Coventry.

Coventry City Council and the developers of City Centre South, The Hill Group weren't available, but said in a statement "Coventry Market is an integral part of the city centre, and we have been in regular communication with the market traders to ensure that the directional signage, which has been in place since the hoarding was installed, guides both existing and new customers to the market. We are always eager to hear from traders and welcome any additional ideas on how we can effectively direct customers to the market. We understand that the council plans to meet again with the traders, and we would be more than happy to attend and actively contribute to the discussion."

The Council added: “City Centre South will transform the city centre, creating new homes, new shops and leisure venues which together will help the market and the wider city centre to thrive.”

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