WE shared the news that a historic city centre venue is becoming a haven for foodies - despite a lack of financial support. 

Nearly all the units suitable for food outlets, which require a water supply, have been filled at Carlisle’s Market Hall. Manager Helen Wylie said it was becoming a food hall even though it has missed out on important funding.

Among a host of new arrivals is the mini market Afrikana, offering popular African produce, frozen meat and fish, and dry goods, and jacket potato stall Tattie Pit.

Other new businesses include home-baked pie business So Nice, new baker Dough Luxe, Four Sisters Beauty, Star Brow and Beauty and Wendy’s Wholesome Healing.

Here's what readers said.

Tracy Ward said: "Wishing you well," and Emma Telford said she was going to try the 'tatties' on Tattie Pit's menu.

Harry 'hp' Palmer said: "Congratulations and all the best from Flutter & Fern," a fellow independent business in Carlisle.

Robert James added: "Amazing, I can’t wait to explore the shelves and find something new to try! Are there going to be recipe suggestions available? Wishing you all the best."

The Facebook page 100 Things we learned from film commented: "Flying in the face of adversity."