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Market information for customers

Everything you need to know for a great local shopping trip.

There are a wide variety of traders operating across the borough, including council managed and privately run markets, with some great speciality and farmer's markets taking place at weekends too. 

Do you have an idea for a pop-up market or event that you would like to be hosted at Chapel Market? The council is happy to accept proposals for self-funded pop-up markets or events that will animate the market and add value to the community. Please send your proposal to the markets development officer at: Parris.Langridge@islington.gov.uk.

Proposals should include details on what will be sold at the market, how many stalls are planned to be to included, details of any other activities that would take place and an overview of the business model including how the market would be financed and promoted.

Archway Market

Combining great street food with an eclectic selection of stalls, Archway Market features over 20 independent local businesses.

The market has speciality stalls, offering all sorts of vintage fashions, collectables and curiosities, as well as a celebrated second hand bookstall.

Opening Hours

Every Saturday between 10am and 5pm, Navigator Square in Archway

Visit the Archway Market website to plan your next shopping trip.

Camden Passage

Located just off the main High street in Angel, Camden Passage is a hidden gem for antique hunters and lovers of vintage and retro clothing and collectables.

Camden Passage features three separate market areas, Pierrepoint Arcade, Charlton Place and Camden Passage itself.

Opening hours

Main market days are Wednesday and Saturday from 8am to around 5pm.

Stalls may also operate on Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays but this is subject to change at short notice.

For more information, about the markets, dining and shopping, visit the Camden Passage website.

Chapel Market

Known as the heart of the Angel, Chapel Market has been serving the local community for over 150 years. This traditional street market sells a huge array of goods and services.

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am – 6pm

Wednesday 9am – 6pm

Thursday 9am – 6pm

Friday 9am – 6pm

Saturday 9am – 6pm

Sunday 8:30am – 4pm

Find out the latest news about Chapel Market by following on Instagram

Exmouth Market

Exmouth Market has over 20 designated pitches, serving great hot food, snacks and drinks

There’s also a selection of quirky bars, restaurants and cafes around the market, as well as some great local stores.

If you are in Clerkenwell and feeling hungry, make this your first stop

Opening Hours

Monday 9am – 6pm

Tuesday 9am – 6pm

Wednesday 9am – 6pm

Thursday 9am – 6pm

Friday 9am – 6pm

Find out more on the Exmouth Market Website

Islington Farmers Market

Islington Farmer’s market takes place at Chapel Market, every Sunday from 10am-2pm.

Selling a wide-range of produce, including meat and cheeses from farms within 100 miles of London.

Shoppers are encourage to bring their own bags and food containers to help keep the market sustainable and reduce waste locally.

Opening Hours

Sundays 10am-2pm.


For more details
https://www.lfm.org.uk/markets/islington

Nags Head Indoor Market

Situated at the Holloway end of Seven Sisters Road, Nag’s Head indoor market has serving locals since 1975, specialising in second-hand and antique items, as well as clothes, crafts and jewellery.

There’s also a diverse range of fresh hot food stalls food from Colombia, Japan, Lebanon, America, Korea and more, with lots vegan and vegetarian options

The market is open seven days a week and is a great day out for new and old shoppers alike

22 Seven Sister’s Road, Islington, N7 6AG

Opening Hours

Monday 8am – 8:30pm

Tuesday 8am – 9:30pm

Wednesday 8am – 9:30pm

Thursday 8am – 9:30pm

Friday 8am – 10:30pm

Saturday 8am – 10:30pm

Sunday 8am –8pm

For enquiries call 02076073527 or email info@nagsheadmarket.com

Nags Head Open-Air Weekend Market

This privately-run market operates at Grafton Primary School’s playground at Bowman’s Place, just opposite the Holloway Odeon Cinema.

Saturday is primarily a traditional market day with stalls selling a wide range of goods.

Sunday is a Car Boot day. Visitor entry is free.

Opening Hours

Saturdays from 9am - 4pm

Sundays, from 10am - 2.30pm

To book a stall or for more information, call Steve on 07956 832 118 or email steve22millar@gmail.com.

Stroud Green Market

Founded in 2017, Stroud Green Market aims to support the best of local businesses while offering a selection of produce from English Farmers with a focus on sustainability.

The market takes place at Stroud Green Primary School, a five-minute walk from Finsbury Park station.

Opening Hours

Sunday 10am - 2:30pm

For more information visit the Stroud Green Market Website

Tuffnell Park Market

Taking place every Saturday at Yerbury Primary School, Tuffnell Park Market is one of the latest additions to the borough.

Featuring around 20 stall made up of independent small businesses, specialising in small-batch food, drinks and fresh produce.

Opening Hours

Saturdays 10am-2:30pm

For more information visit the Tuffnell Park Market website.

Whitecross Street Market

Located between Old Street and Fortune Street in the south of the borough, Whitecross Street market is one of the oldest markets in London.

Alongside stalls selling clothes, handcrafted jewellery and household item, this has become a hotspot for street food.

Opening Hours

Monday 11am – 2pm

Tuesday 11am – 2pm

Wednesday 11am – 2pm

Thursday 11am – 2pm

Friday 9am – 6pm

Find out more at bitecross.co.uk or visit the Whitecross Street Market facebook page.

For more information on Islington's Markets and other great things happening around the borough, take a look at the Islington Life website.

 

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