Daylight saving heralds the return of the Isel Twilight Market where around 2,000 people gather each week for food, music and community.
Caroline Jouve is part of the collective of stall holders running the twilight market in Isel Park each year and says it has become a weekly community event through the warmer months, where locals get together for food and music.
The market was created eight years ago by local Jo McCrostie, who recognised Isel Park was a gem setting for the community to meet for dinner, music and browse craft stalls.
Down the track, she handed the baton to a team of three stallholders who “raised their hands” to organise the weekly market.
“Some of us started our business at the market,” says Caroline, who makes French crepes for her stall.
“It’s a bit of a world tour when you come here – a lot of nationalities which reflects the people who live around Stoke.
“A lot of locals can walk to the park. Families come a bit earlier and others who want to hang out and enjoy the music stay longer. Sometimes we have outdoor movies after the market.”
This year, Caroline says, they are seeking young musicians for the 5pm slot to give them the opportunity to perform before the more experienced musicians begin playing.
The organising team is also offering free space to community organisations wanting to set up a stall to raise funds.
The market kicks off on Thursday, 3 October, from 4.30pm until dark. The last market will coincide with the end of daylight saving in autumn.
