Castle Market facts for kids
Castle Market was a busy indoor market in the city of Sheffield, England. It was a place where people could buy all sorts of things, from fresh food to clothes and gifts. The market building was located in the north-east part of Sheffield city centre, right by the River Don.
What made Castle Market extra special was that it was built on top of the old Sheffield Castle. You could even go on special tours to see the remains of the castle underneath the market! The market closed its doors in 2013. A new market, called the Moor Market, opened in a different part of Sheffield. The old Castle Market building was then taken down starting in 2015.
What Was Inside Castle Market?
Castle Market was a large building with many different sections. The oldest part of the market was where you could find fresh fish and vegetables. This section was built a long time ago, before World War II.
Most of the market building was built between 1960 and 1965. It had two main floors, and both floors were filled with small shops and market stalls. You could get to each floor easily from the street outside.
More Shops and Stalls
Besides the main market floors, there were also shops facing the streets around the building. Imagine a big shopping centre, but all indoors! There was even a special walkway, like a bridge, on an upper floor. This walkway had more shops and led to an office building on top of the market. Bridges also connected this walkway to other shopping areas nearby.
