Leighton Buzzard Market is getting a power-up!
Wednesday, 1 October 2025
We are pleased to announce that electricity upgrades to Leighton Buzzard Market Square began on Monday 29 September.
The works, funded through Section 106 contributions allocated for town centre improvements, will deliver new electricity pillars to better support market traders, community events and future growth in the town centre.
The upgrades represent a significant step forward in investing in the town centre’s infrastructure. The project has been championed by the council and brought forward thanks to strong partnership working with the town council.
The works will be delivered by our commissioned highways contractor M Group, working closely with the town council to minimise disruption for residents, businesses, and visitors during the period of work which is expected to last two weeks.
Executive Member for Assets, Business and Housing, Councillor Steven Watkins said:
I am delighted to see these improvements get underway. They will make a real difference for traders at the twice-weekly market, as well as for the many events and specialty markets held throughout the year. Markets are a great British tradition, and Leighton Buzzard’s Market is at the heart of the town and community life. This investment shows our continued commitment to making our town centres vibrant, welcoming, and resilient.