Top 10 Flea Markets in the UK

In the UK, flea markets and yard sales are very popular. Usually, there are a lot of tiny stalls selling vintage goods, used goods, clothing, and accessories.

Due to a love of both the environment and antiques, the UK has the largest antique market in all of Europe and hosts numerous antique fairs and flea markets. In the UK, people don't just throw away their used items; they also enjoy shopping at flea markets for antiques.

1. London - Portobello Road Market 

Address: Portobello Rd, London W10 5TY

Portobello Road Market in Notting Hill, London, is the world's largest antique market and the largest and finest flea market in the UK. Portobello Road Market was also the setting for the film Notting Hill and has become world famous as an internet bazaar as a result of the film's instant popularity and the number of tourists it attracts! It is full of antique shops, vintage shops, second-hand jewellery and homeware shops with a wide range of everything.

 

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 (Image from @Pictures of Portobello Market - Photo Gallery, Image copyright of the author)

Although the shops on Portobello Road are open from Monday to Saturday, the main antique market is usually concentrated on Friday and Saturday. And every Saturday there is an open-air flea market on the road, selling a variety of small handicrafts, clothing and some retail groceries. There are also plenty of delicious open-air food stalls along the streets to hit!

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2. London - Hackney Flea Market

Address: 73a Stoke Newington Church St, London N16 0AS

The Hackney Flea Market, which opened in 2013, is a bigger flea market that is located in London. When compared to outdoor open-air flea markets, this one's shopping experience is superior because the majority of the stalls are indoors.

(Image from @HACKNEY FLEA MARKE, Image copyright of the author)

(Image from @HACKNEY FLEA MARKE, Image copyright of the author)

And the Hackney Flea Market is famous for its distinctive ceramic products and crafts made by local artisans! The market also has many stalls of artists, painters and sculptors. Highly recommended if you're planning to buy some crafts for your home decor!

3. London - Camden Passage

Address:1 Camden Psge, London N1 8EA

The Camden Passage in London is an open-air flea market, a street full of antique shops, cafes and many restaurants and independent shops. The street is located off Upper Street in Islington. The street hosts an open-air antique fair every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday.

The second-hand book market is held every Thursday and Friday and is full of art and culture. Stop by for an afternoon of antiquing, book hunting or a cup of coffee and sunshine in the street shops.

(Image from @Camden Passage, Islington,Image copyright of the author)

(Image from @Camden Passage, Islington, Image copyright of the author)

4. Sheffield - The Kelham Flea

Address: Riverside Works, Neepsend Ln, Neepsend, Sheffield S3 8AU

One of the most traditional flea markets in the UK, The Kelham Flea in Sheffield is located in Neepsend Lane, Sheffield and is usually open from 10:30 to 4:30 pm every Wednesday to Sunday. It is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. It is Sheffield's largest flea market, full of a wide variety of antique arts and crafts, and is a treasure trove of Sheffield bargain hunting.

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5. Sussex - Lewes Flea Market

Address: 14A Market St, Lewes BN7 2NB

Popular with local antique collectors, Lewes Flea Market in Sussex is a converted church flea market. If you're looking for antiques, fine second-hand Victorian homes and tableware items, this is the place to come and browse! It attracts thousands of shoppers every week and is a popular place to buy.

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(Image from @Lewes Flea Market, Image copyright of the author)

6. Cambridge - All Saints Garden Arts & Crafts Market

Address: All Saints Garden, Trinity St, Cambridge CB2 1TQ

Cambridge's All Saints Garden Art & Craft Market is the largest flea market in Cambridge. The area is full of food stalls, jewellery and handmade art, and antique furniture. It's near Cambridge University, so if you're travelling to Cambridge, stop by this flea market and pick up some designer jewellery handmade by local artists!

7. Bath - Bath Saturday Antique and Flea Market

Address: Walcot St, Bath BA1 5BG

The Flea Market in Bath is, as the name suggests, an open-air market that opens every Saturday, with over 30 stalls selling antiques, vintage clothing and garden decorations. Many of the artefacts here are exquisite and a patient stroll is sure to reveal something unexpected!

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8. Brighton - Brighton Flea Market

Address: 31a Upper St James's St, Kemptown, Brighton BN2 1JN

The beautiful seaside city of Brighton, with its stunning sea views and magnificent white cliffs, is also home to a flea market that is like an art gallery. The Brighton Flea Market has a beautiful pink façade and when you enter the market you will see a completely different artistic atmosphere from the usual flea market, with neatly arranged vintage stalls, beautifully displayed antique stalls and lots of jewellery to keep you coming back for more.

9. Newcastle - Quayside Sunday Market

Address: Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3DE

The Newcastle Quayside Flea Market has a long history in the area, this open-air market is located below the Millennium Bridge in Gateshead and is beautifully landscaped and open every Sunday from 9:30am to 4:00pm. As well as many craft and local produce stalls, there are also many authentic food stalls. There are plenty of seasonal gourmet doughnuts, freshly baked brownies and delicious grilled sausages for everyone to enjoy.

(Image from @Quayside Market - Outdoor market in Newcastle upon Tyne, Image copyright of the author)

10. Near Manchester - Ashton Market Hall

Address: Bow St, Ashton-under-Lyne OL6 6BZ

Ashton Underline, near Manchester, has the largest flea market in the area. The Ashton market normally sells seasonal fruit and vegetables, crafts, clothing and pet supplies. On Tuesdays an open-air flea market is set up outside and many sellers set up stalls selling second-hand items and groceries.

Nowadays, environmental protection and sustainable use are becoming more and more important to people, so buying second-hand items at flea markets is not only a way to save money, but also a way to help the environment and reduce waste! 😉