Although not the most famous London market, Walthamstow Market stretches for over a mile and is the longest daily street market in Europe.
Just 30 minutes from the center of London, it's easy to get to and because it's a market that caters for the East End locals rather than the tourist trade, you'll find more bargains than you can shake a stick at.
The market's history goes back to 1885 when the first traders set up their stalls in the high street. Over a century later the market still thrives and, during summer, a selection of street performers including clowns, dancers, musicians and mime artists turn the area into more than just a place of trade.
With 450 stalls and 300 shops, whether you want to buy jewelry, cheap clothing, fresh fruit and vegetables, fabrics (including exotic fabrics suitable for saris and the likes), music, general household supplies, a tennis racket or an mp3 player, you're bound to find it here.
The quality of goods is variable and in general, you get what you pay for.
Should you get peckish while you're shopping, the market caters for every taste from traditional cockney pie and mash or jellied eels, to Oriental foods, Caribbean delicacies, and pubs serving hearty steak meals.
If you want a taste of a true cockney barrow market, Walthamstow's the place to head for.
Opening Times
Thurs - Fri: 9am - 4pm Saturday: 9am - 5pm
Location
Walthamstow Market - High Street - Walthamstow - E17