A POPULAR town market has been closed temporarily in a bid to keep residents and staff safe during the coronavirus outbreak.

Neston town council staff have now also been told to work from home, to avoid putting themselves at risk in order to run the market.

A number of traders however have now set up a home delivery service to supply local residents during the crisis.

They include:

* Nova the outsiders – Bakery

Phone: 0151 342 9959 Email: info@novarestaurant.co.uk

A full list of products can be found on their website novarestaurant.co.uk

* Traditional Farmhouse Beef

Offer delivery on orders over £50 . Phone: 01565 722228 Email: cheadlefarm@yahoo.co.uk

* Elaine’s Pet Supplies and Eggs

£1 delivery charge applies. Phone: 07773863869

* Liverpool Cheese Company

Deliveries every Friday on the Wirral, £2 delivery charge.

Phone: 0151 428 3942 email: contact@liverpoolcheesecompany.co.uk

Website: https://liverpoolcheesecompany.com/

* Cheshire Cheesecakes

Choice of three 5” cheesecakes for £15. 4 Baked American individual cheesecakes for £8.

Family Cheesecake box £14 (2 x 5” cheesecakes and 3 individual American cheesecakes)

Baked Cheesecake box £15 (Selection of 9 baked individual American style cheesecakes)

Phone: 07383 635138 or contact via Facebook messenger. (Payments by contactless card payment or over the phone).

* The Great British Bakehouse

Items can be ordered for collection. Phone: 0151 336 2686

* The Camels Hump Middle Eastern Caterer

Phone: 07478 142022 Email: aymanghosheh@gmail.com Facebook: The Camels Hump Middle Eastern Caterers & Events

Free Delivery on Takeaway & Delivery Menu

Lebanese Mezze, Falafel, Hummus, Lebanese ready meals, Lebanese Bakery items.

Contact for more details or see their Facebook page.

Mayor of Neston Cllr Dominic Roberts said: “There are two things that I am certain of in these very uncertain and unprecedented times: We will get through this and we will be a stronger and a closer community as a result.

"The health crisis that we find ourselves in as a result of the coronavirus pandemic shows no signs of abating. Schools have closed and the government has ordered pubs, clubs, cafes, theatres, cinemas and bars to close. The situation our local businesses and self-employed find themselves in is one we could never have imagined.

"It isn’t going to be easy and we can already feel the sacrifices that will need to be made, but I call on everyone to play their part. We cannot tackle this without a collective effort, and you must follow the expert health advice.

"Wash your hands regularly and thoroughly for at least 20 seconds. Isolate yourself and those close to you if you have a new cough or high temperature. Stop all but essential travel. Do not attend social gatherings. Work from home where possible. Keep two metres between you and other people if you have to be out and about.

"I also make an appeal - please do not buy more than you need and empty supermarket shelves – there is plenty of food and supplies in the chain. Where possible buy from local businesses who will need all our help, both during and after this pandemic."

"Finally, on behalf of myself and fellow town councillors please stay safe and well and spread only kindness.”