It’s certainly no secret that London is pretty darn keen on having the biggest, best, longest, and largest of things. And yet another sparkling accolade to precariously shove into the capital’s jam-packed trophy cabinet comes in the form of Walthamstow Market; a kilometre-long hub of food and commerce that just so happens to be the longest outdoor market in Europe. Not bad, hey?
Spanning the entire length of Walthamstow High Street, this historic hotspot has been up-and-running since 1885. Over 500 market stalls line the street, each of which is bursting at the seams with an impressive offering of food, fashion, household essentials, and so much more. It’s the perfect spot to mooch, meander, browse, and buy. But if you do plan on paying Walthamstow Market a visit anytime soon, we’d highly recommend you going armed with an empty tote bag and an even emptier stomach – because you’ll be making liberal use of both.
Delivering everything you’d ever want, need, and expect from a classic Cockney market (and then some); Walthamstow Market is a twinkling gem London’s treasure trove – and is well worth a visit. Open five days a week, the market is filled to the brim with lively stalls offering a unique array of knick-knacks and vibrant vendors confidently plugging their very best deals. The appetising aroma of scrumptious street food fills the air, and there’s an atmosphere at Walthamstow Market that’s pretty hard to come by these days. It’s a market with community at its core, with visitors and locals alike paying regular visits to peruse and purchase the wide variety of goods on offer.
Wandering through a market that spans an entire kilometre is sure to work up both your step count and your appetite. And so it’s pretty handy that there’s a plethora of street food stalls serving up glorious grub from every corner of the globe. From Caribbean curried goat to Cockney pie and mash; there’s something to suit each and every tastebud. And as well as filling their tummies and their tote bags; visitors will also have the chance to gawp at the vibrant art that adorns many of the street’s buildings, detailing the rich history of Walthamstow Market.
You’ll find Walthamstow Market on Walthamstow High Street, E17, 7JX. It’s open 8am-5pm on Tuesdays-Fridays and 8am-5.30pm on Saturdays.
