The AHFM, established by a group of dedicated Hills residents, has a vision to promote fresh, seasonal and regional food and to establish a community event that provides for an enjoyable experience when buying food.

Over 25 stallholders set up ‘shop’ every Saturday morning and sell their goods to customers from 8.30am to 12.30midday.

The colourful tents at 23 Mann Street can be seen from the main road with locals and visitors to the region adding this friendly country market as a must do.

Customers can buy fresh produce, flowers, plants, bread, eggs, meat, small goods, wine, juices, jams, condiments, chutneys, fresh pasta, olive oil, honey and anything else that is either grown or produced in the region. There is freshly ground coffee, hot food, pies, sausage rolls and pasties and a terrific selection of vegetarian and gluten free food offerings.

The smells, colour and textures of the food are rich, as is the unique community with a family-friendly atmosphere.

The Artisans’ Market also runs in conjunction with the Farmers’ Markets on the first Saturday of the month, selling local, handmade arts and crafts.