How long should you spend at Borough markets?

You could easily spend anywhere from 1 to 2 hours there.

Is Borough Market worth going?

If you're a food lover visiting London, Borough Market is a must-see (and must-taste!) destination. Come hungry—you'll want to eat your way through every delicious corner! Nestled near London Bridge, this historic market is a paradise of fresh produce, artisanal goods, and international flavors.

What is there to do around Borough Market?

When should I go to Borough Market?

What is the best time to visit Borough Market? Visiting in the mornings during the week (ideally soon after it opens) is best if you want to explore Borough Market at your leisure without the bustling crowds. Tuesdays and Wednesdays tend to be quieter than Thursdays and Fridays.

What time does Borough Market finish?

Opening Times: Full Market - Wed to Sun, 10am-5.30pm, open for lunch - Mon to Tues - 10am-5pm.

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How long do people typically spend at Borough Market?

How long you spend at Borough Market will depend on whether you're headed there just for a meal or whether you also plan to spend time going around the market trying and potentially buying produce. You could easily spend anywhere from 1 to 2 hours there.

Is Borough Market just food?

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.

Why is Borough Market so famous?

The market's history is closely tied to the growth of London itself. As the city expanded, so did Borough Market's importance. In the 1700s, it was a bustling hub of activity, with stalls and livestock filling Borough High Street. This often led to traffic jams, showcasing the market's popularity even then.

What is the closest tube to the Borough Market?

London Bridge railway station is the nearest Borough Market train station and London Bridge is the nearest Borough Market tube station. The market sits between these two stations.

Is Borough Market clean?

The market is covered and kept very clean, considering the hustle and bustle of the many visitors. There are toilets situated at various locations around the market and a map is available online. There is also a central location where you can sit and enjoy eating your purchases or simply people watching.

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.

What stops for Borough Market?

How to get to Borough Market. Borough Market is located next to London Bridge station, serviced by the Northern and Jubilee Tube lines, in addition to mainline trains from all over London. London Bridge, Borough High Street and Southwark have several bus stops, with buses going to destinations across the capital.

Is Borough Yards the same as Borough Market?

Borough Yards is one of the most exciting and unique places in London. We've created a vibrant new London destination to shop, eat, work and play, right next door to the famous culinary crucible, Borough Market.

What is the difference between Camden Market and Borough Market?

Borough Market is exclusively a food market, so lots to see and eat. Camden is a mixture of various outlets, food, clothes, music, jewellery.

Which train station is best for Borough Market?

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.

Can you walk across the Tower Bridge?

Can you walk across Tower Bridge? It is free to cross Tower Bridge on foot. As well as a London landmark and one of the city's most popular tourist attractions, Tower Bridge is also a working bridge that is raised around 800 times a year.

What was filmed at Borough Market?

There have been two entrances to the Leaky Cauldron during the filming of the Harry Potter movies. For the first film, a shop in Leadenhall Market was used. After that, however, a small shop at Borough Market was used and features in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.

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Can you drink at Borough Market?

The Cider House is Borough Market's specialist cider and perry bar, offering drinks on draft and bottles of every kind, to drink at the Market or take home.

What happened at Borough Market?

Following the crash, the attackers proceeded to Borough Market, where they violently assaulted individuals in bars and restaurants, using knives. This tragic incident resulted in the deaths of eight people and injuries to over forty others, including four police officers.

Does Borough Market have breakfast food?

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.

What is the longest market in the UK?

Walthamstow weekly Market. The legendary Walthamstow market first opened in 1885 and spans a kilometre of the High Street, Europe's longest open-air market.

What is a fun fact about the Borough Market?

Although the earliest known record of the market is from 1276, it's probable that it existed since the 990s or even earlier. Trading first happened at an area next to the original London Bridge before migrating further down the high street and Borough Market has been at its current site since 1756.

How many food stalls are at Borough Market?

Since then it's blossomed into London's most renowned gourmet food destination. Today Borough Market consists of over 100 stalls featuring vendors and farmers selling top quality ingredients and gourmet food.