Old Spitalfields Market
About Old Spitalfields Market
A covered Victorian market hall near Liverpool Street with independent fashion, crafts, vintage and antiques stalls alongside a street food hall, open seven days a week.
History
Spitalfields has been home to a market since the 17th century, when King Charles II granted a royal charter in 1682 for a market on the site. For most of its history it was a major wholesale fruit and vegetable market.
The current market buildings date largely from the late Victorian period. The wholesale market moved to Leyton in 1991, and the historic hall was reborn as a retail market showcasing independent traders, makers and food.
What to Expect
Expect a relaxed, covered market that works in any weather. Different days bring different traders, with antiques and vintage popular on Thursdays and a broad mix of makers at weekends. Combine it with nearby Brick Lane and the Georgian streets of Spitalfields for a full afternoon in East London.
Known For
Highlights
- Open every day
- Covered all-weather market
- Vintage and record stalls
- Food hall
- Near Brick Lane
- Shops and restaurants
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Old Spitalfields Market open every day?
- Yes, Old Spitalfields Market is open seven days a week, though the mix of stalls changes by day.
- What day is best for Old Spitalfields Market?
- Weekends have the widest range of traders, while Thursdays are known for antiques and vintage.
- What is the nearest station to Old Spitalfields Market?
- Liverpool Street station is about a five-minute walk away. Shoreditch High Street Overground is also close by.
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