AS there is undoubtedly a spring feel in the air, why not head out to a bustling market or Easter fair this weekend.

Besides selling a range of delicious local produce and creative crafts, these local markets are always a hub of activity with a great atmosphere and are perfect for a day out or a catch-up with friends.

Here is a list of the best local markets and fairs in the Stroud area to visit this weekend.

Saturday

Nailsworth

Nailsworth's lively Market Street street market returns on Saturday from 10am to 4pm

Full details of Nailsworth market here

Dursley

Dursley farmers' market runs on Saturday from 8.30am to 1pm

Full details of Dursley farmers' market here

Leonard Stanley

An Easter fair runs at Saxon Barn, Leonard Stanley (GL10 3NP) on Saturday from 11am to 3pm

Full details of Saxon Barn in Leonard Stanley's Easter fair here

Stroud

Stroud's award-winning farmers' market takes place every Saturday from 9am to 2pm

Full details of Stroud farmers' market here Sunday

Stroud’s Shambles market is managed by SDC and runs every Saturday from 8am to 3pm

Full details of Stroud’s Shambles market here 

Sunday

Nailsworth

A craft fayre runs at Egypt Mill, Nailsworth on Sunday from 10am to 4pm

Full details of the craft fayre at Egypt Mill, Nailsworth here