A Teenage Market will be held in Carlisle later this month.
The national initiative offers youngsters between eight and 25 the chance to sell their own products and gain experience in retail.
The first event in Carlisle, held in April, was a great success, said Cumberland Council, and 26 young traders are signed up for the next event, in the Market Square on Saturday, September 30 between 10.30am and 3.30pm.
They will be selling everything from handmade soap to imported American candy to scented candles made in Carlisle to organic treats. Students from local dance schools Northern Heights and Jordan Louise Dance will be showcasing their talents on the day, as well as local band The Spectrum and local solo performers.
Co-creator of the Teenage Market, Joe Barratt, said: “Taking part in Teenage Market events not only gives young people across the country the free opportunity to grow their small businesses, but it also helps them develop really important life skills for the future, such as building confidence and better communication.
“I applaud the work that Cumberland Council is doing in this area, by working in partnership with the government’s High Streets Task Force to bring a regular programme of Teenage Market events to Carlisle and hope that the local community continue to show their generous support for the inspiring young people involved in our events.’
Councillor Anne Quilter, Cumberland Council’s executive member for vibrant and healthy places, added: “We are delighted to be holding our second Teenage Market in Carlisle’s city centre. Feedback from the first market, clearly demonstrated how much the young traders and performers valued the opportunity to connect with other like-minded young people and to have the opportunity to showcase their talents and creativity.
“The market is drawing young entrepreneurs from across Cumberland to participate and I hope that as many people as possible can visit the market and support our amazing young people.”
