Greenwich Market is one of London’s best sources of arts and crafts, unique gifts, and rare antiques and collectibles.
History of the Greenwich Market
There has long been a strong royal connection to Greenwich, dating back to the former Royal Palace of Placentia, which was the monarch’s main palace from about 1450 to the mid-15th century to about 1700. Greenwich is the birthplace of Henry VIII , Isabel Yo and Mary I.
There is also a strong shopping connection, with a Royal Charter Market originally assigned to the Greenwich Hospital Commissioners in 1700 for 1,000 years.
In the main shopping area around the main road, there are many places to eat, many good for children, and many cute little shops, most not so good for children.
How to get to Greenwich Market
Greenwich Market is in the center of Greenwich, in the covered area, surrounded by College Approach, King William Walk, Greenwich Church Street and Nelson Road.
Each road has an entrance to the market:
- from the north through the university approach
- from the east via Turnpin Lane
- from the south down the alley between Marcet Books, Morris Ledlay
- from the west via Turnpin Lane and Durnford Street.
Use a trip planner to plan your route on public transportation.
Greenwich Market opening hours
The market shops and pubs are open all week.
Stations: Wednesday to Sunday: 10:00 am to 5:30 pm
- Wednesday: crafts, fresh produce, takeout
- Thursday: vintage, collectibles, antiques, takeaway
- Friday: Collectibles, Antiques, Arts and Crafts, Takeout
- Saturday and Sunday: Crafts, fresh products, curiosities, take away food
Avoid the weekend if you want to visit kids in buggies, as other days are quieter and you can more likely fit in local cafes and restaurants. The coach and the horses is a local favorite; Your seating area is actually part of the market.
Greenwich market management prioritizes traders who design and manufacture their own products, as well as ethical specialist importers. There are a few stalls every week, but there are many occasional traders, so every market visit is different. It also means that if you see something you really want to buy, don’t rely on coming back next week to get it. Market management works hard to maintain a good mix of products for sale so that the market always feels fresh and exciting. On weekends you can expect to find up to 150 craft stalls and up to 25 food stalls.
