A special birthday cake was made to celebrate Wirral Farmers' Market eighth birthday.
Mary Walton, from Mary's Cakes, created the gluten-free cake made from local raspberries, mascarpone, almonds and a dash of amaretto.
Committee members blew out the candles and then producers were provided with cake and a free lunch to mark the occasion on Saturday, July 12.
I can't believe it has been eight years since the market started and how its popularity just continues to grow. People always ask why it works and It is thanks to the volunteers who make it happen month after month and to the fantastic produce we have on our doorstep.
Also this month, customers had the chance to vote for their favourite producers.
The popular 'Producer Awards' allows Wirral Farmers' Market to thank producers for their efforts in bringing top quality, tasty and unusual food to Wirral every month.
If anyone missed the market it's not too late to vote online at www.wirralfarmersmarket.co.uk.
The categories are:-
Best product
Most unusual product
Best presented stall
Best customer service
Best producer overall
The winners will be awarded their certificates at the August market.
The next Wirral Farmers' Market takes place on Saturday, August 8, at New Ferry Village Hall from 9am.
There is a large variety of food on offer at the market including award-winning cheeses, sausages, Welsh Black Beef, lamb, free range chickens, smoked food, fresh fish, free range eggs, local honey, pies, plants, cakes and soups along with plenty of seasonal vegetables. You name it, Wirral Farmers' Market has it.
Wirral Farmers' Market is a voluntary organisation set up to regenerate the area and its surroundings, and works in partnership with New Ferry Regeneration Group, North West Fine Foods, Lairdside Community Trust and Health Links.
It is run by volunteers, who live and work in the area and organise the market in their spare time.
Visit www.wirralfarmersmarket.org.uk for more information.
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