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Gran Alacant Forum => General Discussions => Topic started by: Barry former GA Advertiser on March 20, 2016, 12:49.

Title: GA MARKET
Post by: Barry former GA Advertiser on March 20, 2016, 12:49.: On a lovely warm sunny day, nice to see so many stalls and people at the car boot type Gran Alacant market this morning
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Post by: John H on March 20, 2016, 13:03.: Morning Barry, we went up to the market on Thursday morning, I've got to say all those who predicted doom and gloom regarding the markets relocation have been proven wrong.

They were doing good business and there were plenty of traders there.

Regards all

John
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Post by: Bumpkinblue on March 20, 2016, 13:11.: Quote from: Barry former GA Advertiser on March 20, 2016, 12:49.
On a lovely warm sunny day, nice to see so many stalls and people at the car boot type Gran Alacant market this morning
Is that a regular Sunday market Barry or once a month?

Regards,Paul
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Post by: tony and lesley on March 20, 2016, 13:57.: Its the third sunday of the month
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Post by: Barry former GA Advertiser on March 20, 2016, 14:05.: So pleased people are enjoying the Thursday market. Today was the car boot type market, every 3rd Sunday in the month. Took a lovely picture of a certificate on the British Legion stall. Picture attached
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Post by: Luton town on March 24, 2016, 11:40.: Quote from: John Hannon on March 20, 2016, 13:03.
Morning Barry, we went up to the market on Thursday morning, I've got to say all those who predicted doom and gloom regarding the markets relocation have been proven wrong.

They were doing good business and there were plenty of traders there.

Regards all

John
We are joking here John I take it !!
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Post by: John H on March 24, 2016, 12:11.: Not at all, just been up to get some oranges, very busy.
The folk on Calle Canarias didn't have to get up at the crack of dawn to shift their cars either and didn't have to endure a day of noise and filth either, win win really

Regards all

John

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Post by: Luton town on March 24, 2016, 13:50.: Win,win for the contractors ...lose,lose for the taxpayer John ...remind me how much it cost ? And how many contractors were paid ....and how much it cost an another urbanisation to gate their community ?
John you could build a new Market on the central reservation of the N332 and those who make it alive will still buy some dust covered oranges you could buy cheaper in Mercerdona ..but it doesn't make it the correct decision or prove me and others wrong.
Luton
Title: GA MARKET
Post by: John H on March 24, 2016, 14:21.: We always wash our oranges before juicing them

Regards all

John

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Title: Re: GA MARKET
Post by: Luton town on March 24, 2016, 14:29.: Quote from: John Hannon on March 24, 2016, 14:21.
We always wash our oranges before juicing them

Regards all
Wise move John ...however you could wash over the facts and details of the building of this Market as much as you like but it won't come up smelling of roses.
Luton

John

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Title: Re: GA MARKET
Post by: John H on March 24, 2016, 14:42.: It's done, it's been debated Ian, it is what it is, it's up and it's trading, Miguel fulfilled his promise to to the residents of one street.
Last post from me on the subject as all we end up doing is repeating ourselves

Regards all

John

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Title: Re: GA MARKET
Post by: Barry former GA Advertiser on March 24, 2016, 14:49.: If you lived here Luton, perhaps you would appreciate things more.
Too many people only come out here now and again,
us who live here full time, see everything happening day by day.
For example, some ask for more transport,
but if you watch the bus and the train riding around empty so many times during the winter,
it is amazing that they can still afford to provide the service they do.
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Post by: Luton town on March 24, 2016, 15:24.: Quote from: John Hannon on March 24, 2016, 14:42.
It's done, it's been debated Ian, it is what it is, it's up and it's trading, Miguel fulfilled his promise to to the residents of one street.
Last post from me on the subject as all we end up doing is repeating ourselves

Regards all

John

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Absolutely John been debated "it is what it is" a waste of taxpayers money ....and yes debate over a long while ago ...that was until you claimed we I and others had been proved wrong !! When clearly we were not.
Luton
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Post by: John H on March 24, 2016, 15:34.: Sorry Ian, I must reply and put history straight.
An expensive relocation, I never disagreed
You predicted that the market would not not be a success in the new location, in that you are wrong.
We have a vibrant little market and appears to be doing very well, not a wasteland of Tarmac

Regards all

John

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Title: Re: GA MARKET
Post by: John H on March 24, 2016, 15:35.: ...and that is my final word

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Title: Re: GA MARKET
Post by: Luton town on March 24, 2016, 15:38.: Quote from: Luton town on March 24, 2016, 15:24.
Quote from: John Hannon on March 24, 2016, 14:42.
It's done, it's been debated Ian, it is what it is, it's up and it's trading, Miguel fulfilled his promise to to the residents of one street.
Last post from me on the subject as all we end up doing is repeating ourselves

Regards all

John

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Absolutely John been debated "it is what it is" a waste of taxpayers money ....and yes debate over a long while ago ...that was until you claimed we I and others had been proved wrong !! When clearly we were not.
Luton
Hi Barry ....just because I do not reside there all the time doesn't mean I do not appreciate Gran Alacant ....don't think many people actually appreciate it more than myself to be honest as you well know.
But the fact that I do not live there shouldn't effect whether I'm permitted an opinion or allowed to advise on forums on a subject I know a great deal about (planning).
I raised many issues regarding this project and none were answered and mistakes were made...
Now we are left with .."it is as it is" which means the same thing whether I live there or not ...
NB hope you are wll Barry and enjoying your deserved retirement.
Luton
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Post by: sunseekers on March 24, 2016, 17:11.: Well as "just holidaymakers" for the moment at least, i am delighted, i always use the little market whenever we are out to get my fruit and veg (the little supermarket up there is great and the staff are lovely but i have found the fruit and veg lacking in freshness at times), and we will be there in two weeks getting our fresh stuff, cooked chicken and whatever else takes our fancy without having to go to a different town, which with no car is essential for us.
I prefer it where it is and think it is much neater and better to go around, and without traffic dissecting it as it was a long sprawl right down the street where the dragon restaurant is.
Hazel
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Post by: Luton town on March 24, 2016, 17:30.: Hi Hazel
On the subject of freshness this tends to be the norm these days. ..supermarkets have very strict perimeters as to how long a shelf life a product has ...markets often buy good stock but at the latter end of its shelf life which should be reflected in the price but often isn't.
Luton
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Post by: Denise on March 24, 2016, 17:40.: I had no complaints about the market being outside of my door for ten years..I loved it...
Equally, I have no problem with it up the hill....where there are more facility's ..toilets etc.
It's a fab market, we are lucky to have it..let's support it...in every way.
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Post by: Corporal Jones on March 24, 2016, 20:21.: As a holidaymaker in GA for the last 12 years, i dont see any residents complaining about all the taxes and suma i pay. These same taxes being used to provide infastructure for residents. I dont hear complaints about my uk taxes paying pensikns,benefits and heating allowance either
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Post by: sunseekers on March 24, 2016, 20:45.: Hi luton, am not sure if youve misunderstood me there, i have actually found that the little supermarket, which i do find handy and, as i said, the staff lovely, is the one whose fruit and veg are not as fresh as they always should be, i agree, supermarkets are supposed to have quite strict perameters as regards freshness and sadly i have found that for this particular supermarket on the life resort, it isnt always the case and i tend to get my fruit and veg at the market when i am out and top up at the little supermarket, but maybe i ahve just been unlucky.
Hazel
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Post by: Luton town on March 24, 2016, 21:40.: Hi Hazel ....yes read you wrong ; we tend to buy our fresh produce at Mercadona which we find very fresh as we do their fish....we used the market before it moved occasionally but mainly to keep the grandchildren happy with cheap tacky toys ...our basement is full of ray guns and swimming frogs that only swim upside down.
Luton
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Post by: sunseekers on March 24, 2016, 21:57.: Agreed i have used the mercadonna and its very good, but a long way for me as we are up the top with the lovely views, wish we had a mercadonna up here too but for me its the little supermarket and the market, from where i dont just buy fruit and veg but have bought handbags, a lovely white skirt, bread and pastries, olives and of course the cooked chickens, so am making fair use of it.

And of course we also have our fair share of tacky toys for the grandkids, they seem to favour the water shooters from the Chinese shops though, all in all i suppose i like to try and spread my purchases around, and share the love so to speak. Looking forward to being there again very soon, and enjoying the sun and relaxation and friendliness that is gran alacant.
Hazel.
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Post by: Luton town on March 25, 2016, 09:27.: Hi Hazel ...I'm actually at the top of the hill just around the corner from the old market ....the view from my balcony and roof is to die for ...incredible.
Luton
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Post by: sunseekers on March 25, 2016, 09:47.: Our little flat is ground floor and overlooks the mountains which have stunning sunsets and we have seen fireworks displays in what we think must be elche from our garden. The views are amazing, we love it up here, we are near the new market and just walking around up here you get the most stunning views, we regularly go up to the lookout at the end of the road that leads to the lighthouse for a walk into sheer tranquility and a wonderful picnic spot, if we won the lottery i would love one of those houses overlooking the cliff but am more than happy with what we have. 😊
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Post by: Gemstone on March 25, 2016, 10:36.: One thing I dont understand about the new market is why did they go to all the trouble to make a big car park only to let the market traders sell their goods on half of it including all the handicaped spaces ! Only two rows of parking are left, imagine what it will be like in summer. Sorry John, just having my morning moan. ;D
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Post by: John H on March 25, 2016, 10:59.: One a weeks allowed
Mrs H said exactly the same yesterday re the overspill onto the car park

Regards all

John

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Post by: Gemstone on March 25, 2016, 13:50.: Ah well if Mrs H said so its alright then I got off lightly. ;D ;D
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Post by: dleafy on April 03, 2016, 20:03.: Just a random question. How much does it cost to have a stall at the market?
is it just a 'turn up, pay your money and sell what you have' type of market......almost like a car boot sale, or is it more 'professional' than that....for want of a better word.

Cheers

Davy !!!
Title: Re: GA MARKET
Post by: Barry former GA Advertiser on April 03, 2016, 21:17.: Just go into the health centre. Straight through, down the stairs, and into the room on the far left.
The young lady in there will help you.
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Post by: denandrose on April 04, 2016, 09:33.: The Thursday Market is a mixture of stalls, fruit and veg, linens, toys, handbags shoes etc so as you say a "professional" market. There is a "car boot " type market called Rastro every 3rd Sunday of the month. Hope this helps.
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Post by: llamedos on April 04, 2016, 10:46.: I spoke to a stall holder at La Marina market (which I prefer as the veg is cheaper),and she said it was very hard to get onto the GA market, as its over subscribed.
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Post by: Gemstone on April 04, 2016, 10:57.: For the car boot sale at the market which is every third Sunday of the month, you can book your place by phoning Maria 609932578, its only about 3 euros a space to get rid off all your unwanted goods.
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Post by: kevinb on April 04, 2016, 10:58.: Must say the market was busy when we went out in January.
Title: Re: GA MARKET
Post by: dleafy on April 04, 2016, 11:16.: Thanks for the replies.
Very helpful

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Title: Re: GA MARKET
Post by: Corporal Jones on April 04, 2016, 16:54.: Ive never quite seen the attraction of buying poor quality goods and knock offs where the price starts high and even when your still over paying you strike a deal and tell all your friends about how you beat the stall holder down and got a bargain.
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Post by: Sue Duggan on April 05, 2016, 12:49.: Hi, when is the next Sunday market?
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Post by: Barry former GA Advertiser on April 05, 2016, 13:02.: HI Sue, third Sunday in every month
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Post by: kh511 on April 07, 2016, 17:44.: when and where are the markets on in gran alacant and santa polo
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Post by: Alicante Holiday Villas on April 07, 2016, 18:07.: Gran Alacant market is every Thursday morning up past Altomar II on Avnda Escandanavia and Santa Pola is on Monday mornings (smaller market) and the big one is every Saturday morning.

For Santa Pola market, head down the N332, take the first Santa Pola exit, down to the roundabout, take first exit. At the next roundabout (by McDonalds) find somewhere to park and you can't miss it! At all markets please take care of handbags etc though.
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Post by: kh511 on April 07, 2016, 18:10.: Thank you, we are moving to gran alacant in may, but coming to sort amenities on saturday to wednesday to have everything up and running for when we move in ha
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Post by: jdr on April 08, 2016, 10:52.: Hi Best market for fruit and veg both quality and price is Al Altet at 5pm on a Thursday all locals use, in main square next to Library, olives pickle Etc and cleaning "stuff" but not much else
Jim
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Post by: mike and judith on April 08, 2016, 13:16.: Elche on a Sunday morning takes some beating. It's around the football stadium, & has most if not all of the usual market stalls. Good prices too.