Category Archives: london markets

Petticoat Lane Market

Petticoat Lane is one of London’s busiest markets with over a 1000 stalls selling clothes for men women and kids. Petticoat Lane Market is in the East End of London few hundred metres south of Old Spitalfields Market and just to the west of Brick Lane. The market has been operating since the 1750s, when the area became a centre for manufacturing clothes. Bizarrely the street Petticoat Lane does not exist – its name was considered too rude by the Victorian's and was changed to Middlesex Read more [...]

Old Spitalfields Antiques & Vintage Market

Held in a beautiful Victorian market hall, Old Spitalfields Antique & Vintage Market is London’s busiest antiques market. Dealers come here from all over the country to sell their antiques and vintage treasures. The market is a treasure trove of antiques, vintage fashion and retro clothes, jewellery ceramics, militaria and even old records. Old Spitalfields Antiques & Vintage Market Opening Times Every Thursday  8am-7pm Admission Free Old Spitalfields Antiques & Vintage Read more [...]

Broadway Market

Broadway Market is one of London’s most vibrant markets. Broadway Market is located in the heart of the East End of  London, not far form trendy Shoreditch, in a small street between the Regent’s Canal and London Fields. Every Saturday this street comes alive with over 100 market stalls, boutiques , shops and restaurants to welcome you. Here can be found some of the best food and most original clothing in London. Have a pint of  beer in a traditional East End pub or try pie Read more [...]

Camden Passage

Camden Passage in Islington is London's most thriving antiques village. A pedestrianised alley running from Islington High Street to Islington Green Camden Passage is a vibrant collection of antique shops, vintage shops and antique stalls and funky restaurants. Antique Market days are Wednesday and Saturday are the busiest with over 200 antique dealers but every day is vibrant with many of the vintage and antique shops open every day. Nearest tube: Angel (Northern Line) Read more [...]

Borough Market

Borough Market is London’s premier gourmet food market. Located by the River Thames close to London Bridge Borough Market is London’s oldest fruit and veg market. There has  been a food market in the area for over 1000 years. Borough market is now home to over 100 stalls selling fresh produce from all over the British Isles. including fish, meats, vegetables, fruits, ciders, cheeses, breads, and cakes It has a vibrant and friendly community feel and is a great place to sample good food Read more [...]

Columbia Road Flower Market

Columbia Road Flower Market  is one of the most photogenic of all London’s markets. Each Sunday this small London street, lined by Victorian houses and  shops, is transformed into a spectacular flower market selling everything from tulips and orchids to huge bamboo plants and orange trees. It is a fantastic riot of colour, and the plants and flowers on offer are probably the cheapest in the whole of London. The surrounding area is full of cafes and galleries and a wide range of Read more [...]

Brick Lane

Brick Lane is a long street in the East End of London. It is in the heart of the Bangladeshi community, and the area affectionately known as Banglatown. It is one of the most vibrant areas of London. In recent times it has become one of the trendiest areas of London. The lane is lined with fantastic curry houses, hip boutiques and cool bars. Brick Lane Market. Every Sunday there is a market located at the north end of the street. Almost anything can be found at Brick Lane Market, Read more [...]

Portobello Market

Portobello Market in West London is one of the most famous street markets in the world. It is a popular destination for Londoners and tourists alike. Portobello Market is situated on Portobello Road. The market stretches for around two miles. Portobello Road goes straight through the heart of Notting Hill, a trendy area of London made famous by the film of the same name. Portobello market has a number of distinct sections: Antiques – from Chepstow Villas to Elgin Crescent Fruit Read more [...]

Camden Market

Camden Market is one of London's most popular tourist destinations, especially amongst the younger crowd. 100,000 people visit the market every weekend. The hundreds of stalls sell crafts, clothes (both new and vintage) and  antiques. Camden market is a popular hang out with the "alternative" crowd. Camden Market Opening Times Open from Monday through to Sunday, 10am - 6pm Camden Market is open every days of the year, including all bank holidays except for Christmas day. Location: Camden Nearest Read more [...]