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Broadway Market

Item: Broadway Market
Author: Tyler Wetherall

Type: Antique Shops, Art Galleries, Bookstores, Clothing Stores, Farmers Markets, Flea Markets, Food / Gourmet Stores, Furniture / Home Decor, Gardening / Nurseries, Gift Stores, Jewelry Stores, Local Picks, Markets, Men's Clothing, Music Stores, Public Markets, Shoes and Accessories, Shopping Districts, Specialty Shops, Toys and Games, Vintage Clothing Stores, Women's Clothing, Young and Trendy Clothing

10Best Says

Broadway Market attracted visitors long before the rest of Hackney was somewhere to hang out. London Fields (the name of the park and surrounding area) became an island of creative cool in the midst of housing estates and takeaway shops, all thanks to the gourmet market that sets up shop every Saturday. They have a good selection of food, crafts and farmers' market goods, as well as stalls catering to locals with the likes of gluten free brownies or hand cured smoked salmon. Such is the popularity, that the market has now spread down the side streets, spawning new markets (such as that in Netil House) with street performers keeping the crowds entertained. And crowds there certainly are. Come early if you have low tolerance, but otherwise shuffle along patiently, and admire the fine facial hair and fashion on display.

Address:

Broadway Market
London, E8 4PH

Phone:

07872 463409

Website:

broadwaymarket.co.uk

EXPERT TIPS BY: Tyler Wetherall
Travel Expert

East London's Best Gastro Markets: "In the summer, pick up some nibbles from the market, take a rug and set up camp in neighbouring London Fields for a picnic with the thousands of other hipsters who fill these parts all year round."

Best for East London's Best Gastro Markets Because: This insanely popular Saturday event, is packed to bursting with the beautiful people of Broadway Market here to graze, booze and eye each other up.

EXPERT TIPS BY: Emma Wallis
London Local Expert

Hackney's Best Shopping: "In the summer, pick up some nibbles from the market, take a rug and go to London Fields the nearby park for a picnic with the thousands of other hipsters who fill Hackney all year round."