A POPULAR arts and crafts market is to return to Eastleigh.

Bert and Gert’s arts and craft Market is to take place in Eastleigh town centre on April 7.

Residents will have the chance to enjoy several stalls and a variety of items including cushions, candles, cards and toys.

Started through a love of arts and crafts in 2012, Bert and Gert’s market is run by brothers Mark and Jason Wilkes.

They aim to support, encourage and promote small local businesses and to bring arts, crafts and vintage to a wider audience.

They say: “We are very proud that our events have a community feel, all the traders are supportive of each other and we want to give them the opportunity to grow their hobbies and passions into successful, sustainable businesses”.

The market will take place from 9am to 4pm.