Fancy a bit of shopping? Want to try some delicious food? Or feel like getting in amongst our friendly local communities? Pair a visit to a Farmers Market with lunch or a swim to make a great day out, there’s nearby beaches, wineries, villages and more to explore. Search Shoalhaven markets and you will find a fantastic array of different weekly and monthly markets dotted throughout our towns and villages. With plenty scheduled throughout the year, a visit down to the South Coast means that there’s usually a market that coincides with your holiday plans. It’s a great way to stock up on tasty, local produce direct from our farmers and makers.
Berry Farmer’s Market
When: Thursdays 3pm-6pm
Where: Berry Bowling Club
Full of gastronomic goodies, this traditional farmer’s market is the perfect place to fill up your basket with the finest ingredients our region has to offer. Cook up a storm at your holiday house with some Wagyu beef or local oysters. Or take home some pantry delicacies such as jams, chutneys and olive oils. Berry Farmer’s Market operates as a not-for-profit that assists both emerging and established producers to connect with locals and visitors, sharing their love, knowledge and passion for great food. If you want to learn all about the origins of your food, then this is the place to go. An afternoon at these markets is also usually filled with some live music and games to keep the kiddies entertained. Berry Showground also hosts the Berry Markets on the first Sunday of every month which features a bunch of arts and craft stalls alongside plants and other bric-a-brac items in addition to food vendors.
Kangaroo Valley Farmer’s Market
When: Second Sunday of every month 9am-1pm
Where: 159 Moss Vale Road Kangaroo Valley
Do all of your grocery shopping at Kangaroo Valley Farmer’s Market, located in the heart of town behind the popular Friendly Inn. This is a producer’s mecca that supports the region’s agriculture, provides healthy options for the community and allows shoppers to connect with local producers. There’s new and seasonal produce here all the time from grower’s such as Syncarpia Farm and gourmet pantry items from vendors like Kangaroo Valley Olives. Start your morning here by sipping on a warm barista coffee alongside some freshly baked bread and pastries. Kangaroo Valley is well known for its homewares and antique stores so take the opportunity to have a browse in the nearby boutiques while you’re here.
Nowra Fresh Food Markets
When: Thursdays 2pm-5pm
Where: Harry Sawkins Park, Nowra
Run by locals Jeffrey Coe and Paul Sassall, the Nowra Fresh Food Markets is passionate about supporting local growers and artisans and delivering only the finest quality fresh produce, deli and grocery lines. Since opening in October 2012, the market has developed a reputation for their focus on fresh, local and quality goods and a community-minded approach. Food-lovers from near and far, this is a destination not to miss if you’re after the best produce the South Coast has to offer and friendly old-fashioned service.
Farmers at Burrill – FAB Farmers Market
When: Every second Friday, October-February, 4pm-6pm
Where: Lions Park, Burrill Lake
Set back from the shores of Stony Creek, the FAB Farmers Market brings the best of south coast produce to a seaside shopping location. Nestled between Mollymook and Lake Tabourie, its the perfect place to stock up for a weekend feast, as well as ensuring your festive season is well stocked with fruit, vege and other local produce.
