A CONTINENTAL market is being held this week.

Traders from across Europe are to set up stalls in Cheadle's Market Place on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Speciality breads and cheeses and paella from Spain are just some of the treats lined up to tempt shoppers.

Previous markets held in the town have attracted thousands of visitors from a wide area.

Market superintendent Ray Wood said: "There will be about 10 stalls and it will be a smaller version of the annual Continental market we hold in April.

"They always prove popular and we hope it will be well supported this week.

"They had a gap in their itinerary and have only just asked if they could come. It is a great boost for the town."

The market will be open from 9am onwards.