Co-organiser Judith Murray said that the market featured a "great variety of stalls offering well-made handcrafted items".

"Sue Johnson, who is well-known for the detail in her wooden toys, will be there, and Jan Dennison, who has a great range of beautiful felted scarves and hats, will be there too, just in time for winter," Ms Murray said.

"There will also be Lavender Grove quilts, Elka's jewellery and cards, Judith Anne's tote bags, Tassie Dazzle, Willow Tree Lane and my beaded pens and smocked dresses.

"Mary Rothwell has made some gorgeous Easter bunnies for the market, Trish Curran- Smith has knitted some great children's jumpers and Lynda Head has preserves and homemade slices, for those feeling a little peckish.

"These are just a few of the stalls inside the hall. Outside there will be fresh fruit and vegetables and plants - there'll be something there for everyone.

"Bridport singer and acoustic guitarist Sophie Bodell will keep market patrons entertained in the hall throughout the day."

Ms Murray said that Tony Rothwell would also be in the hall working on his Endeavour replica boat.

"We know a lot of people are following his progress on this intricate build," she said.