I really enjoyed this market, we actually stumbled upon it after getting coffee nearby and arrived while the vendors were still setting up. Since we were so early we were able to browse the market, vendors and food options without big crowds or lines. There were two areas of the market along with the brick and mortar stores in the area. The food options were great, and if we had more time during our visit I would have made this a regular spot for us to visit so we could try more of the options. There's a wide variety of cuisine offered from Dirty Bagel's pulled pork sandwiches, which we bought, to hand pulled noodles, coffee, chai, baked items, and so much more. I wish we had tried more of the food vendors! The other vendors had a lot of clothing, gifts, art and accessories and there were some that seemed to have more than one booth, while others were very unique. There was free wifi in the market, which was great since our hotel had terrible wifi. They also had plenty of seating for those who wanted to enjoy food. Next time we're in the area we will be back! read more

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This is a pretty cool space, which is attached to Spitalfields Market. There are a bunch of places to grab food, grab drinks, or shop. Well worth stopping by. read more

If you're going for food it's definitely worth it. Some of the stores are lovely but there are still some touristy businesses there. Foods to try: Yum Bun (some of my favourite food in London), We Are Melt (I can still taste the brisket grilled cheese!), Dumpling Shack (their online prices are much lower so be prepared when you get there to spend more than you expected), Grind coffee (some of the nicest staff at the market), Chai Guys (again have really lovely staff and 4-5 chai options), Humble Crumble (it's very rich but nice staff and delicious flavours!). Avoid Donovan's Bakehouse. Rude staff every time and recently the doughnuts have been stale and only edible to pigeons...and I slightly resent giving a pigeon a £3 meal! I also can't remember the name of the Indian food stall I went to but it's next to Dumpling Shack and again, rude staff and mediocre food. S.C Studio is a stall run by a lovely woman who makes little clay animals with healing energy. They're so unique and a lovely idea for a gift that isn't overpriced and is very individual. If you're looking for more girly stalls, Pearls by Fang is also lovely and the bracelets are well priced. One of my favourite food markets in London. read more

We were looking for a fun spot to eat and this place definitely met what we needed. A wide variety of shops, places to eat, and fun things to look at. Would definitely come back! read more

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Cool spot with an amazing variety of food and products. Some things were a little on the expensive side read more

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This place is pretty sad and run down. I was excited to find an "outdoor" market similar to that of Grand Central in Los Angeles and with it being so close to my hotel, I took a walk a couple evenings to check out what food options they have. Unfortunately, there's nothing special about this place. Most shops close super early even considering the pubs are open late. And I'm not even talking like I was here at 11 12 at night, I showed up at 5 and only a handful of places were open. Of those, some were just sit down restaurants and the others were "fast food" pizza, burgers, etc. There's nothing exciting or even places to sit and relax, and the crowd isn't the best to be around. read more

The Old spiralfield's market, one of the coolest markets in East London. It hosts various retails brands, street food stalls, bars and restaurants. Location is just great, it's very close to the Liverpool street station (aka London Liverpool street) add a 10 min walk and you are there. It's a nice place to grab a bite and wander around when you're in the area. Other attractions nearby: Brick lane market (vintage/flea market), Boxpark (a giant hipster heaven) ,museum of London (it's free!!) and there are also many great restaurants for you to explore. My recommendation would be Dishoom Indian restaurant (one of the nicest Indian restaurants in London, so good), English restaurant (serve decent traditional English breakfast) and Duck and waffle (Great view. It's a 24-hour restaurant in London) St. John Bread and wine is one of another great options too! Bonus points. They are all walkable. East London is def a place you don't wanna miss out! The mixture of food and culture, the arts, there are just so many things to explore! All in all, a must-do in London. Well worth a visit. Note: Thursday is a vintage market day!!! read more

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The Old Spitalfields Market combines an indoor mall, flea market, and a good-sized food court with lots of different cuisines. Unlike the Portobello Road Market, Old Spitalfields is much easier to navigate since the clothing vendors, souvenir shops, and food stalls are all arranged in a grid. Along the perimeter, there are even more stores and full sit-down restaurants. Sort of like a market within a big mall! We did not do any actual shopping here, but did sample few of the food vendors. Jiaba specializes in Taiwanese Street Food, and they serve up a pretty good pork rib rice plate. Tender, seasoned stewed ribs with some root veggies thrown in for a hearty meal. Yum Buns serves up surprisingly authentic baos. The classic pork belly is fatty and good but the panko-crusted fish was exceptional. Sort of like the best of both worlds - British fried fish meets Asian bao with its seasonings. I recommend getting the combo meal since they throw in a nice Asian slaw with two fried veggie gyozas for like 1£ extra. Other reasons why I think Old Spitalfields deserves 4 stars: * Plenty of bench seating around the food court. One lady who sat across from us looked a bit like Meghan Markle! * Free Wi-Fi inside the market * Clean restrooms on the lower level, with a janitor that frequently cleans the floors * Lots and lots of food options - from food stalls to full sit-down restaurants. read more

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A destination for people watching, dining, drinking, shopping, and more in Shoreditch. A free, fun activity if you just need to pass some time in the area but don't plan to (or want to) buy anything. read more

The business name listed on Yelp as Old Spitalfields Market, located at 16 Horner Square, London E1 6EW, England, UK. Date of visit: Saturday, 31st December 2022. 1) Ambience: The business was welcoming. Rating: 1.0 star. 2) Sanitary: The business maintained a clean environment. Rating: 1.0 star. 3) Services: The employees demonstrated professionalism. Rating: 1.0 star. 4) Products: A To Z Leather, Handmade Wallet; and A To Z Leather, Handmade Belt. The quality of products was excellent. Rating: 1.0 star. 5) Price v. Cost: A To Z Leather, Handmade Wallet (£15 x1); and A To Z Leather, Handmade Belt (£20 x1). Total with Tax: £35. The prices set by the business were high. The products (quality+portion) and services should really cost less than £20, before tax, locality, and gratuity. Rating: 0 star. read more

What's cool about London is that there are rotating outdoor market places all over the city. Portobello Road in Notting Hill on Saturdays is probably the most famous one but look further afield and there are many, many other things happening all over London particularly on Sundays. Old Spitalfields market is one of them and it really reminded me of of the weekly pazaars when I lived in Turkey. Only this is far more upscale and foodie-oriented. If you're a crazy Instagram user (I'm not) then there is a photo op in just about direction you look in. Still, I couldn't escape the tourist trap feeling and the area it is located in, Shoreditch, is hipster-central now in London. Things have moved East in London because of the astronomical property costs and as a result, creative types have moved East and along with them, major gentrification and the clientele that goes with it. Old Spitalfieds Market is just one expression of that. read more

This place is a MUST see in London. Lovely place. Amazing food at the Turkish food stand inside the covered outdoor market area! ** read more

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Yes..... A market . This market can satisfy your heart's desire as it's a fusion of multi cultural cuisines. It also has a variety of items to buy such as cloths, bags and accessories. However I came here for the FOOD . Head to Liverpool station and follow your phone directions, you won't be disappointed. read more

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Sunday! Sunday! Sunday! The Spitalfields market is only there on Sundays, but it saves up all week for the effort. On a rainy day, expect the place to be wall-to-wall crowds. A few dozen stands exist selling one of a kind stuff, like scarves, leathers like wallets and handbags, unique fashions, tshirts, posters, postcards, pictures. So many things I thought were interesting specimens of kitch, but I had to ask myself if I really needed a set of ceramic coasters with odd scenes of London on them. I did pick up a very cool silk scarf that will be going home as a special gift for the missus. Some of the vendors accept cards and are armed with portable credit card machines. Some do not - there is a cash point nearby that usually has a nice long queue ("line in American"). I think you can try negotiating but I just end up handing over the cash. Massive array of food options, ranging from fresh baked pastries and breads to a Chinese noodles and rice to a grilled-in-front-of-you wrap. I did manage to find the loo ("toilet') but you'll want to avoid touching anything. Way busy and not exactly clean. Tip: Prior to wandering the aisles, find one of the stairs up to the first floor. It will help you get your bearings and plan your route before getting lost in the crowd. Don't miss this place - it's a London landmark! read more

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Spitalfields Market is pretty cool. I had the pleasure of staying nearby during my recent trip to London. Spitalfields is, of course, where the amazing Allsaints [Spitalfields] store originated, and the flagship store is located right across the street from the market. The market is definitely overpriced, but not more overpriced than Eastern Market and nowhere near as overpriced as Union Market (both in Washington, DC). Also, keep in mind the state of the US dollar in the UK, you are obviously going to be paying more than you'd like. What I liked most about Spitalfields market was how diverse the vendors were. The problem I have with a lot of these kitschy markets is that each vendor is pretty much selling the same exact thing, all at a ridiculous price...and then you have to side-eye whether or not the things they're toting as "vintage" are really vintage. The vendors ranged from: food, pastries, crafts, clothes, shoes, home decor and office supplies. The vendor I liked the most was definitely the one that sold the vintage 60s-style dresses. The dresses were so cute, but unfortunately I was saving the rest of my budget for Paris and couldn't indulge. I definitely plan on coming back here to purchase some of those dresses and try the food from all the different food vendors, especially the Caribbean vendor. read more

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The Kitchens at Old Spitalfields Markets is a food lover's playground that makes your mouth water from the moment you get close enough to smell all delicious possibilities. My friend and I wanted to try the best street food London has to offer, so The Kitchens seemed like the perfect place for us. We began with a refreshing fruit tea drink from YiFang with passion fruit, pineapple, apple, orange and ching tea. Just what we needed to cool us down in the hot London summer. Then we walked over to the famous Dumpling Shack to try their ever so spicy and fragrant prawn wontons in Sichuan chilli oil to begin. Neither of us has ever had Burmese food so we just had to try the rice noodles with pork and chicken mince in a tomato and garlic base from Lahpet, a dish that enlivened all the senses. I could not skip the simple but classic dish braised pork rice from Jiaba, made in the Taiwanese cooking style that I have come to love. Taking a little break from the food we stopped over at High Mood Food to try their organic live apple cider vinegar with ginger shrub, definitely an acquired taste but a good way to reset the palate. Tuna and salmon chirashi from Chirashi Bowl was a wonderful way to showcase these ingredients and a refreshing seafood dish to have. The Schezuan wings from Flank, coated in a spicy glaze with toasted sesame and spring onion came with a necessary water bowl to clean up that delicious sauce from your fingers. Finishing off our savory bites was none other than the lamb shwarma from Berber and Q an exquisite combination of rolled lamb shoulder of with laffa bread, burnt chilli sauce and pickles. Although feeling a little bit stuffed we could not leave without satisfying our sweettooths. We went for one red bean and one matcha wheel cake from Wheelcake Island, a sweet and uniquely shaped dessert from Taiwan. To end we had to go French with a selection of caneles from from Babelle, all luxuriously sweet with their own decadent toppings - it is worth a trip to Old Spitalfields Market just for these! Every dish we tried at The Kitchens was freshly produced and and packed with flavour, with all the culinary talent in a single location this is definitely a unique destination in London's ever crowded food scene. read more

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Old Spitalfields Market - a cute market to visit and shop local. It's very close to the Liverpool Street Station - about a 5-10 min walk from there. Great place to grab a quick bite and walk around. A bunch of local shops, food stalls, bars, and restaurants here. The wall art/graffiti is amazing read more

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Must-do in London for locals and travelers alike. For locals, Old Spitalfields has a bit of everything- small versions of restaurants from other parts of the city, clothing stores, etc. For travelers, during the day Old Spitalfields fills up with local vendors selling unique items- pop-up cards, custom shoes, jewelry, fabric. The entire area is also surrounded by phenomenal restaurants, food trucks, food stalls, and cafes. Pro tip- there is a bicycle bar in one of the outer stores just before you enter the second courtyard- fun place to ride up to, grab a bite or a drink, and watch a cycling race. read more

This is a charming outdoor market. Lots of stuff. Lots of food choices. My wife loved the place. I'm not much for outdoor markets, but I have to admit this place is ok in my book. A fellow working a booth called Vachet London was very kind in opening up a notch in my wife's belt. No charge! Very friendly merchants. read more

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I love open air markets and Old Spitafields is a good one. There are a few food stands of varying quality, but note that this is more of an arts and craft shopping market than a foodie market. You can find cupcakes, coffee, duck tacos and donuts but nothing tummy-wise that's worth the trip. Shopaholics, on the other hand, will find plenty to buy! (Bring cash). There are a couple of really rad vintage stands with some amazing finds and great souvenir opportunities that are a far cry from your usual tacky tourist t-shirts and postcards. Don't let London's infamous rainy weather keep you away because there's a roof over the market making sure that your shopping trip is nice and dry. read more

Bring Cash cause this market is legit and don't be afraid to bargain with the vendors! There seems to be two sides - the old flea side and the new side - I much prefer the older area. I found vintage royal collectors items. Victorian jewelry pieces. Unique antique art pieces. Vintage tourist jewelry. But there is SO much to find! It felt like endless treasures... especially if you are coming from the states... this flea market makes ours look (at least the ones I have been too) like rubbish! ;) read more

Not too impressed by the Old Spitalfields Market - perhaps because I went on a Friday (vintage fashion market day), but nothing really stood out and I was expecting so much more! The fashion fare was very average; pretty standard stuff -- made in China tops for 8 GBP and fun dresses for 12 GBP, but nothing unique or stellar. Also spotted a few Indy designers, much like the Brooklyn Flea Market with superior goods priced over 50 GBP. Spitalfields is a mix of Borough Market & Covent Garden - there are food stalls and restaurants on one side like Borough - but none offer the variety or uniqueness of Borough. Like Covent Garden there are vintage goods sellers and fast fashion stalls, but not the sheer range that Covent offers. So going on a Saturday might be a better idea - that's when the market is packed with many, many stalls and the sellers told me there's no place to stand. read more

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I hit up this Sunday-only marketplace expecting a large farmer's market. My mistake. It turns out that Old Spitafields Market is more like a well-edited flea market, with row upon row of stalls boasting fashionable, affordable wares. The place was a blast to browse, and I loved the vibrant buzz in the air. I picked up a handbag from a brand called Jenkins & Power that was incredibly adorable, made with hand-printed leather and a big grosgrain bow. It was pricey for the market, but cheap in the outside world, and I rather love it. I also got two books for £5 at a stall selling some really great titles for bargain bin prices. There was plenty of vintage and cheap jewelry, along with ironic T-shirts and such oddities as giant potpourri-stuffed hens. The place seemed rife with good finds, and if I lived in London, I'd make it a regular stop. I would definitely recommend it to tourists in town on a Sunday - when we asked our concierge whether the Spitafields Market was worth attending, he responded, "Absolutely. That is absolutely what you should do today." He was absolutely right. read more

A neat place to see and go to on a Sunday! Lots of little booths selling goods such as clothing, jackets, scarves, etc. Although it is a market don't think of it as such since no produce is sold. Differnet ethnic foods, yes but no veggies or fruits. Great place to go for lunch and to walk around. They also have retail shops around the perimeter. Close to Brickfield Lane, within walking distance. Another great place to see! read more

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Well, yes... My initial interest in this market may have, in fact, been because of Jack the Ripper, but when we got there, I was charmed by it. About half a mile from Leadenhall Market, it was a point of interest that my traveling companion and I were curious about. Lots of trendy, gift-y items are sold here: scarves, dresses, artwork, hats, jewelry, purses, etc. And food stalls, too. We spoke for a while with a vendor, who said we'd just missed the record market. Apparently, that's something they do where half the market sells records. I seriously wish we'd been able to see that, but also glad we didn't, because I would have tried to buy a bunch of them. And then I wouldn't have had enough room in my suitcase. The general area where the market resides has been occupied by vendors since the early 1600s (well, 1682, from my research), originally dubbed Spittle Fields. New Spitalfields is primarily a vegetable and fruit market (moved to Leyton), whereas Old Spitalfields includes the older booths and the majority of food stalls, and Spitalfields has the newer, more posh vendors and fancier food stalls. Though honestly, I'm hard pressed to really remember any differences. PROS: -Near Leadenhall Market, which was about half a mile away. - Covered market especially good for a rainy day! -It's a Victorian-era market, so it has a fascinating history. (Old Spitalfield has buildings built din 1876.) -Near the Ten Bells. -Local artwork is sold here. I love buying artwork from other cities. -Near Liverpool station, as well as a few other stations. CONS: -While it's great that it's inside, the other side of that coin is that I can see this place becoming crazy busy, to the point where people can hardly walk. And I imagine when it's cold here, it's COLD. -Some, but not all, of the stall proprietors will take your cards. That means you need to bring cash, or be prepared to wait a tediously long queue at the ATM. (Sometimes they even run out of money.) THE VERDICT: I really enjoyed it. It reminded me of those markets you'll find in NYC or Portland (or, perhaps, they remind me of this market), with a bustling, laid-back atmosphere. People selling their artwork and handmade wares, with a congenial atmosphere. Though I imagine it can be packed and hard to walk around if it rains, we came during the ideal time where there were some people, but not enough to hinder movement. The market is also near a lot of pubs, restaurants, and other local spots of interest, so this would make a great place for someone visiting who wants to spend an afternoon out and about in this area. read more

This is a lovely place to be. U can't get everything you want. Special food and special clothes r arround u to find. I love it and enjoy my time there. read more

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The OLD Spitalfields Market established in 1680's is open Thursdays - Antiques & Retro Fridays - Fashion & Design Sundays - world renowed general market (only stalls) is such a tempting place to spend small with the 'credit crunch' . But try to resist temptation; as put in delicately by Oscar Wilde. The enclosed market is filled with new restaurants and is well known as London's Best Fashion Market! The shops are open for business 7 days a week from 11am-7pm. Visiting the market for your christmas shopping will be good for people of every kind of taste. Culturally very vibrant, you can meet some very talented artists here. Its a happy place and very different from any other part of London. Once upon a time the industrialised east London, its now a vibrant business trading centre. Discover this part of London on foot! Also look at www.spitalfields.co.uk for detailed information. read more

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Honestly, this market wasn't even really high on my list as we planned the trip, and based on the reviews I read, it didn't sound that unique compared to other markets (Covent garden, Camden, etc). I can't directly compare them, because we only ended up at this market because of its location, but I LOVED it! You won't find London keychains or tacky knicknacks, but there were so many unique textiles, handmade clothing, or unique imported clothing items, all at relatively reasonable prices compared to some markets I've been to in New York City or San Francisco. I bought much more than I expected - and might have bought more if I had the space. There were even some affordable gift options (2 for £20 leaf jewelry, £5 pop up paper cards, £10-20 wool scarves, etc). I will be going again when I return to London. read more

Such a cute market! Offers a great mix of small shops and food stands. Sits in a nice neighborhood near Shoreditch and is a great place to stroll. Good variety of items to buy and foods to sample. Great to walk around for an hour in the afternoon! The food stalls are diverse and feature Indian, fish and chips, Turkish, and Greek, just to name a few. There are also several shopping stands and you can bargain with the sellers on prices. I got a cheap pair of sunglasses and a light jacket for 5 and 25 pounds each! I've already been there twice in 2 weeks and may very well go again, as it is in a good area. read more

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Hadn't visited Spitalfields in about 5 years, and boy has it changed! Lots of more permanent food stands, and multiple restaurants inside. Still a tourist trap (but what part of Shoreditch isn't now?), but a decent detour on a weekend morning. read more

One of the things I look for when traveling abroad is a farmers market. There aren't many where I live and I enjoy looking for handcrafted and one of kind items. Plus I like to support small business. The aroma of the food stalls was inviting and you want to try a little of everything. Small stalls offering unique gifts and trinkets. You never know what you will find. I do recommend walking all the stalls as some sellers have similar items for less. But if your visiting and Camden is closed and want a more intimate less touristy shopping experience I would go here. Plus it's not far from the Tower of London so we were able to cover a lot of sights in a short amount of time. read more

Lots of cute stalls and shops. Not as expansive as Camden market though. About half the vendors we encountered took cash only. Jewelry, clothing, purses, etc. read more

This was a great place to come as a visitor. So many cute booths to shop at plus lots of choices of restaurants and stands to eat at. We hit up crosstown donuts and poppie's for fish and chips. There was a ton going on and it was fun to see all the people. I love the sweaters and dress I bought from here. I would definitely shop here again for clothes, but they also have great things for souvenirs. Lots of clothing and knick knacks. My friend bought a record that also doubled as a clock and a cute framed map with a quote on it. Make sure to bring cash! Some booths take cards but a lot do not and the ATM lines are long. read more

One of my favorite little places in London. Hip, eclectic mix of hand-made crafts, clothing, jewelry, and food, and a great location in the burgeoning Shoreditch/Hoxton area. read more

This is the side of the market that houses Leon. From what I can tell this is the side dedicated to the events that are often taking place throughout the week and at weekends. I've been here for Alternative Fashion Week, the International Women's Fair and for Judy's Affordable Vintage Fair, to name but a few. The market is covered by a roof yet is open to the public on each side so it's often busy, especially at weekends or during lunchtime on week days when the city slickers pop in to grab a bite to eat from the large variety of restaurants and food vendors. It's a nice open market and very handy for fast food. Often worth popping down for one of the weekend markets too, for a mooch around. read more

I can't believe only one person has reviewed this diamond prior to me! The market is a must for some lazy Sunday afternoon bargain hunting! This market is 21st century retro! A Banksy loving, chic hippie, fusion food, fashion haven for you to enjoy and revisit. The market consists of a mixture of old style stalls and modern stores in an enclosed square, just off Liverpool st. World food stalls share their space with global food chains such as GBK and Wagamama. 30 year old beat up, weed smelling, leather jackets are sold beside brand-new handwoven babies clothes with "The Ramones" stitched into. Old Spitalfield market is a "now and then" "old and new" contrast in every essence. Emo kids shop beside ageing Mods, Cool chic London fashionistas sell their new creations next to second hand bargain vintage clothes merchants, prices are low, cool finds are high. You will be sure to pick up some used and new bargains within the stalls and shops here (stalls only on Sundays). read more

This is one of my favourite markets in London. It's a modern flea market on the site of the old Spitalfields market. There are many local artist and designers selling their stuff and you can get amazing deals here. My current favourite is the 100% pure yak wool blanket/shawls on sale for £22. Surrounding the market are restaurants, and high street shops. It's an ideal place to get lost on an afternoon. It's also covered which makes it ideal even in rain. read more

I wish I had more time to browse however we were in a time crunch so we unfortunately had to breeze/rush on through. London does these marketplaces pretty well (they've been doing this for longer than the U.S. has been around) and this one is no exception. From delicious food options (we had a Napoletana pizza from a small food truck and it was the real deal) to vintage fashions, hand made accessories, leather goods. It was almost like being able to browse and shop Etsy items in person. The day we visited there was a deejay set up with music blasting and it was jammed packed with the 20-late 30s set hanging out having a drink. It's close to Brick Lane so if you find yourself in the area as a tourist whether rain or shine as this marketplace is indoors, a visit to the Old Spitalfields is worth your while. read more

I have been to spitalfields market a couple of times, but mostly just on my way to brick lane market. spitalfields is nice and rather big, but it is a bit expensive in my opinion and often you have people selling some of the same dresses/shirts at brick lane for cheaper. I do like the variety though and there are some great DIY things there and creative minds have come up with. It is very touristy thought and does get really crowded, so if you go come with time and patience and you will enjoy it. there are also some cafes and restaurants in the spitalfields halls, so it's a nice place to spend a weekend day. read more

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I abdolutely LOVE this market and will now try go there whenever in london. Great stalls of varying prices with genuinely fabulous and original items on sale. The artwork wowed me the most but there were plenty of other treasures to find too. read more

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