Greengrocer retires from town market after 63 years

Robin Farmer began working at his family's potato stall in 1961, at 10 years old

A popular greengrocer who was a familiar face at Ludlow Market has retired after decades on the stall.

Robin Farmer's family started a potato stall in the old market hall building in 1961.

Robin worked there from the age of 10, and is well-known in the community.

Mr Farmer and his family were thanked by Ludlow Town Council for their years on the market, describing them as an "asset and a constant."

Ludlow Town Council thanked Robin and his family for their work on the market

Locals expressed their appreciation for the family on Facebook.

One user said: "Worked with this man for about four years and can honestly say I’ve never known such a hard worker in my life. Well done Robin and enjoy your retirement."

"Thank you for the fresh produce and friendly ways, for being a part of the reason I decided to relocate to Shropshire from the US. The very best to you," another said.

Ludlow Market has been held in front of Ludlow Castle for more than 900 years. The earliest references to it were during the construction of the outer bailey, which was completed in 1086.

It has been owned and operated by Ludlow Town Council since 1988.