Plans for the market, which dates back to 1235, include a new water feature, public seating, lighting scheme and a reduction in permanent market stalls, with temporary ones taking their place.
The council will use its Commercial Street car park, on the corner of Horseshoe Street and St Peter's Way, opposite the Carlsberg factory, as a temporary location during the regeneration work.Image source,West Northamptonshire Council said the Commercial Street car park was the best location for the move
Mr Lister, the cabinet member for economic development, town centre regeneration, and growth, said: "We've listened to what a range of traders, both from the market and surrounding businesses, have told us and we've decided that work should start after Christmas." He added the Market Square revamp, alongside work to other areas meant "Northampton town centre is set for a renaissance".