A floundering farmers' market is praying for a little divine intervention to get business booming again.
Dedham's market is turning to the church in a bid to drum up more trade.
The monthly event is switching to historic St Mary's after more than three years at the Assembly Rooms.
Organisers hope moving to the 500-year-old parish church will boost business by attracting more Constable Country tourists.
The farmers' market faced the axe six months ago after trade slumped. It was struggling to make enough money to cover the hall hire.
The market specialises in fresh food from local farmers. Produce ranges from seasonal fruit and veg to venison and wild boar.
St Mary's vicar Gerard Moate said he is delighted to welcome the market.
The market, on the third Friday of every month, moves to the parish church on April 16
Published Friday April 9, 2004
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