Historic market closes after 54 years as ‘disgusted’ traders refuse to leave and huge supermarket ‘interested’ in site

AN historic market has officially closed down after 54 years – but “disgusted” traders have refused to budge.

Nottingham’s Victoria Centre Market was supposed to have its last day of operation on Monday, March 31, according to the city council.

Inside Victoria Centre Market. Photo: Nottinghamshire Live / BPMNottinghamshire Live / BPM

The historic site first opened in 1972, and once featured 138 traders across its two-floor market, as well as a 20 separate meat and fish stalls.