How long do I need at Borough Market?

Recommended visiting time is around three to four hours, however, if you're visiting on a weekend, you may find yourself strolling around the market's many winding streets for up to five or even six hours.

Is Borough Market worth the hype?

Excellent place for food lovers, the amount of options is incredible. The quality of the food is superb. You can spend 1-2 hours there trying the different food and it is all worthy. Would totally recommend visiting if you are in London.

Do you have to pay to enter Borough Market?

Borough Market is open seven days a week: Monday to Friday, 10 am to 5 pm; Saturdays, from 8 am to 5 pm; and Sundays, from 10 am to 3 pm. Admission to Borough Market is free of charge.

How big is Borough Market?

Borough Market is located just to the south side of London Bridge at the junction of Southark Street and Borough High Street. The triangular site measuring approximately 4.5 acres is bounded by the High Street, Stoney Street and Winchester Walk.

Is Borough Market on everyday?

When is Borough Market open? We are open open six days a week, and closed on Mondays. During December the Market will be open seven days a week for festive shopping. Not all traders are present on all days, but there is still plenty of choice throughout the week.

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What time is best for Borough Market?

Possibly the best time to visit is early on a Saturday morning; you can dodge the crowds by turning up at the start, and jump to the front of the food queues in rapid time. 8 Southwark Street, London Bridge, SE1 1TL. Nearest stations are London Bridge, Borough, and Monument.

Why is Borough Market so popular?

At the Southwark market you'll find British and international foods. Celebrities, chefs, locals and tourists alike visit the Borough Market for its high-quality foods and cheap take-away restaurants. The market is popular for its many cheap eats provided by its lunchtime traders.

Is Borough Market only food?

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Borough Market consists of three main areas: Three Crown Square (larger producers and merchants), Green Market (small, specialist produce traders) and Borough Market Kitchen (street food traders). Surrounding the Market, you'll find a complementary blend of restaurants, bars and shops.

What tube station is the Borough market on?

Getting to Borough Market

If you're near a Jubilee (grey) line tube station, take it to London Bridge station for easy access to the market. Or if you're travelling from outside London, London Bridge train station is only 5 minutes away. Alternatively, you can reach London's Borough Market by bus.

Is Borough Market good for breakfast?

The market opens at 9am on a Saturday so we were there for opening time and made straight for Maria's Market Cafe for a brilliant and very reasonable cooked breakfast. Suitably fortified we then strolled round the market for an hour or so. The traders were very happy to offer samples.

What is the difference between Camden and Borough Market?

Borough market is all food, but its all day. Camden has a larger variety.

Is Borough Market in Harry Potter?

London's Borough Market serves as the location of the Leaky Cauldron in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. Dating back to the 12th century, its centuries-old buildings and bustling atmosphere make it the perfect place to hide a magical pub!

How many food stalls does Borough Market have?

Situated right in the heart of central London on the south bank of the River Thames, this covered market features more than 100 stalls across 4.5 acres with traders showcasing a delicious range of traditional and specialty foods.

Is Borough Market cash only?

The ATM queues at the market can be a little 'testing' (read 'long') so if possible, try to get your cash out somewhere else beforehand. These days, most traders also accept contactless payments too but take a little cash, just in case.

What is special about Borough Market?

A food market that never stops evolving

A few decades ago, it was a wholesale market serving the greengrocers of south London; now it acts as a beacon for sustainable food production, short supply chains and social connection, drawing visitors from far and wide.

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How far from Borough Market to camden market?

The distance between Borough Market and Camden Market is 4 miles. How do I travel from Borough Market to Camden Market without a car? The best way to get from Borough Market to Camden Market without a car is to subway via Camden Town Station which takes 21 min and costs £3 - £7.

What day is Borough Market open?

Borough Market is London's oldest food market and it's open Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10am to 5pm, Fridays 10am to 6pm and Saturdays 8am to 5pm. The market nestles under the railway arches and next to it, you'll find the Globe pub which is the fictional home of Bridget Jones in the movies.

What exit is London Bridge to Borough Market?

By tube: The nearest underground station is London Bridge, which is on the Northern and Jubilee lines. When leaving the station via the Borough High Street (west side) exit , take the first right into Borough Market.

Can you eat at Borough Market in the evening?

It's also worth noting that while Borough Market's opening times are just 10 a.m. — 5 p.m., save for 10 a.m. — 3 p.m. on Sundays, and an early start at 8 a.m. on Saturday, many of the actual restaurants stay open later, making it an evening destination as well as a daytime staple.

Does Borough Market have seating?

Is there seating at Borough Market? Yes, but not at every stall.

Can you walk across Tower Bridge?

Discover the marvellous high-level Walkways of Tower Bridge. Spanning the North and South Towers, the Walkways offer breath-taking panoramic views of London from 42 metres above the River Thames. Top tip: Don't forget to visit both East and West Walkways to read all about the history and building of Tower Bridge.

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What is the longest street market in London?

Find out all about the legendary Walthamstow Market - the longest open air market in Europe! Walthamstow market started in 1885 and is now Europe's longest outdoor street market, spanning a kilometre of the High Street.

How many people visit Borough Market?

Jane Swift, CEO of Borough Market said: With more than 25 million people a year visiting more than 100 specialist traders, we need to constantly ensure that sustainability in all its forms underpins both our high quality produce and the way that we operate on a day-to-day basis.