1. It is believed that the numer of local markets across Europe is in decline.

2. Local markets are known to have started selling a wider range of products.

3. Local markets are thought to to be losing a lot of their trade to supermarkets.

4. In 2012, it was reported that the number of stalls in Portobello Market in London went down by 20% between 2004 and 2009.

5. It is said that shoppers don't want to go to outdoor markets on cold, wintry days.