Midcentury Markets brings a touch of retro to Lincoln

If your home needs a teak sideboard, a piece of Hornsea pottery or just a good lamp, Sunday is your day. Midcentury Markets comes to The Engine Shed on Sunday 15 November, with a curated line-up of traders who specialise in authentic mid-century design.

The market covers the furniture and homewares made from the 1940s to the 1970s, a period that still shapes how we furnish our homes today. Expect original furniture, homewares, décor and collectables, with names such as G-Plan, Ercol, Hornsea, Knoll and Eames among the finds.

Gemma, Events Manager for Midcentury Markets said:

"I think the designs from the 1940s-1970s are timeless. They are still so relevant today and there's something really special about owning a piece with a bit of history and character! I also think people are increasingly drawn to buying vintage and second hand as a more sustainable alternative to mass-produced furniture."

There’s something for every budget, from investment pieces for serious collectors to smaller decorative finds for first-time buyers. Even if you’re not planning to buy, the stalls are worth a browse for ideas.

The organisers say the Lincoln date was added by popular demand. The focus is on quality, craftsmanship and design that has stood the test of time. LoveLincoln asked whether the 1940s-70s was an era that was gaining popularity with the student demographic, Gemma said:

Definitely! I think younger generations are becoming more interested in vintage furniture and interiors and are looking for pieces that give their homes a bit of personality. Mid-century designs look so good in modern homes, they seem to appeal to all ages. We love seeing young people at our events, it's fun to think that we are introducing a new generation to mid-century designs and hopefully inspiring them to choose vintage over new!