Source; Nottingham Post

THERE could be no German market in Nottingham this Christmas, the Post can reveal.

The city council believes it can bring something “bigger and better” to Old Market Square.

Plans may include the return of the outdoor ice rink, though this could be moved nearer the fountains.

The English craft market, which stood alongside its German counterpart, could remain.

Council leader Jon Collins said the move was part of an attempt to freshen up the festive period in the city, adding the market could become “boring”.

Coun Collins had previously praised the market, which has been in the city for six Christmases, for creating “the right kind of family atmosphere”.

Alternatives being looked into by the council include fairground rides and a craft market.

Coun Collins said: “If you do the same thing time and again, it gets a bit boring so what we’re trying to do is something bigger, better and different.”

Coun David Trimble, portfolio holder for leisure, culture and customers, said the German market was not as large last year as it had been previously.

He said: “We’ll try to make something as popular as the beach [in Old Market Square last summer]. We’re trying to look at something bigger than the German markets.”

Residents of Nottingham have expressed disappointment at the news. One said: “It’s got a feel-good factor.”