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Columbia Road Flower Market
Type: Farmers Markets, Flea Markets, Markets
10Best Says
Columbia Road Flower Market is an absolute joy. Strictly speaking at the boundaries of Hackney, but a brilliant place that many people in the borough will gravitate to on a Saturday or Sunday. At... Read More
Columbia Road Flower Market is an absolute joy. Strictly speaking at the boundaries of Hackney, but a brilliant place that many people in the borough will gravitate to on a Saturday or Sunday. At Christmas time, you can go and buy your Christmas tree, and stock up on soft, sugary donuts, Chollah bread, hot coffees and hot chocolate. All through the year this is a great place to buy flowers, and plants and bedding plants if you have a garden. All along the street, behind the stalls, are some great places to eat, drink, and shop. Homewares, antiques, vintage heaven, clothes, shoes, and hairdressing, it's all there. And the aforementioned great cafes, bakeries and pubs too.
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EXPERT TIPS BY:
Emma Wallis
London Local Expert
- Hackney's Best Shopping: "Get up early to beat the crowds and get the pick of the best flowers and shrubs, then pop off to eat, and get back for the end to hoover up the bargains."
- Best for Hackney's Best Shopping Because: Columbia Road is not just great shopping, it's a shopping experience, and a heaven for anyone who loves flowers, trees, and shrubs.