Markets: General Info

Shoppers Section: General Information

How many markets are there in Hackney?
Are there any street pitches in Hackney?
What do they sell?
Can I park in any of the markets?
Where can I park my car?

Traders Section – General information

What time can Traders set up a Market stall?
Can Traders park in the Markets?
Are there any storage facilities for Traders?
Are the markets accessible for wheelchair users?
How can I get further information about the Markets?
How can I make a complaint about a Market?

Shoppers Section: General Information

How many markets are there in Hackney?

There are 5 main markets in the borough.

Where are the markets?

Ridley Road MarketRidley Road, London, E8 2NP
LocationOpposite Dalston Kingsland train station on Kingsland High Street/ A10 View map
Productsclothes, footwear, fruit and veg international food and household goods
Opening timesJan to Nov - Mon to Thurs 6am to 6pm, Fri and Sat  6am to 7pm December - every day 6am to 7pm, including Sundays
Public transport Bus 30, 38, 56, 67, 76, 149, 236, 242, 243 or 277, Train Silver link to Dalston Kingsland
Parking None. Nearby pay and display and parking for Blue Badge holders  
Toilets Yes, with access for disabled people
Hoxton MarketHoxton Street, N1
LocationLocated In the Shoredith Part of the Borough and run off Old Street View Map
ProductsFood, Fashion, footwear and household goods and toiletries
Opening timesOpen Every Day: 7.30am to 6.00pm
Public transport 242, 67, 243 and 149 or Liverpool Street Station and Dalston Kingsland train Station
Parking No free parking around the market but there are a number of  shared use bays on Hemsworth Street, Stanway Street, Purcell street, Homefield Street, Falkirk Street and Jerold Street
Toilets Yes
Kingsland WasteKingsland Road, E8
LocationKingsland Road – busy A10 between Middleton Road and Richmond Road View Map
ProductsTools, car & bike accessories, nearly new clothing and books.
Opening timesOpen Saturday only: 7.30 am to 6.00pm
Public transport 242, 67, 243, 149 or Liverpool Street Station and Dalston Kingsland train Station
Parking Parking is free on weekends wiithin zone J so traders and visitors can park in any parking bay within the area
Toilets Yes
Broadway MarketE8
LocationOff Lansdown Drive London Fields View Map
ProductsFarmer’s style market with High end foods, good quality fashion and arts.
Opening timesOpen Saturday only: 7.30am to 6.00pm
Public transport 394, 388, 236, 55, 106, 48, 277, D6, 253
Parking Parking is free on weekends wihin zone J so both market traders and visitors can park in any parking bays within the area
Toilets No
Well Street Market 
LocationBetween Morning Lane and Kenton Road off the A106. View Map
ProductsProducts Sold: General market, noted for clothes, food and shoes. Please note, the busiest day for this market is Saturday.
Opening timesOpen Every day: 7.30 am to 6.00 pm. Please note, the busiest day for this market is Saturday.
Public transport 30, 236, 277
Parking Well Street is outside of a Controlled Parking zone so parking is free within the area
Toilets No

Are there any street pitches in Hackney?

Yes, there are street pitches situated (near Ridley Road) in the following locations:

  • Bolyn Road
  • Bradbury Street
  • Chatsworth Road
  • Garnham Street
  • Calvert Avenue
  • Manor House
  • Old Street.
  • Stanborough Passage
  • Winchester Place
  • Please note that due to the extension of the East London Line trading is not currnetly permitted in Boleyn Road. Winchester Place Stanborough passage or Bradbury Street

What do they sell?

  • The other Markets they sell a variety of products from food, clothes and houshold goods.

Can I park in any of the markets?

  • No, none of our markets have car parking facilities

Where can I park my car?

  • If you are going to Hoxton and Ridley Road, you can park in the pay and display parking bays around the markets
  • You  can also find parking in neighbouring roads to most markets but there are some parking restrictions as this is predominantly resident parking. All of our markets are well served by public transport.
  • There are no parking restrictions in place on Saturdays in streets around the following markets:
    • Kingsland Waste
    • Broadway Market
    • Well Street Market.

Traders Section – General information

What time can Traders set up a Market stall?

If you are trading in Ridley Road Market you can set up at 6am, trading times are as follows:

January to November

  • Monday to Thursdays from 6am to 6pm.
  • Fridays and Saturdays from 6am to 7pm.

December

  • Every day from 6am to 7pm.

If you are trading at any other market in the borugh or miscellaneous isolated sites you can set up at 7:30 am, trading times are as follows:

January to December

  • Weekdays from 7.30am to 6pm
  • Fridays and Saturdays from 7.30am to 6pm

Can Traders park in the Markets?

No, there are no car parking facilities available for traders to park in the market.

  • However, if you are a Trader in  Hoxton and Ridley Road Market you can park in the pay and display zones nearby
  • You can also find parking in neighbouring roads but will need to observe the parking restrictions that apply.
  • If you are a trading in any of the markets listed below there are no parking restrictions in place on Saturdays in some nearby streets:
    • Kingsland Waste
    • Broadway
    • Well Street Market.

Are there any storage facilities for Traders?

  • The council has a limited number of stores available near Ridley Road however all are currently occcupied.
  • You will need to contact your Traders’ Association for advice on storage

Are the markets accessible for wheelchair users?

  • Yes, all Markets are accessible for wheel chair users and all Markets are at street level.

How can I get further information about the Markets?

  • You can contact the Hackney Service Centre on 0208 356 3000 for more information about Hackney Markets or alternatively you can visit Market Services during Monday to Friday between the hours of 9am -5pm at the following address:

Markets / Street Trading
81 Downham Road
London
N1 5TR

How can I make a complaint about a Market?

  • You can make a complaint about a Market by contacting the Hackney Service Centre on 0208 356 3000 or alternatively you can write or email directly to:

Markets / Street Trading
81 Downham Road
London
N1 5TR

Email: info@hackney.gov.uk

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Page updated: 4 Nov 2008 


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