Borough Market

Borough Market's gourmet retail market consists of up to 70 stalls and stands. Producers from all over the country bring a range of fresh produce to the market, including fish, meats, vegetables, ciders, cheeses, breads, coffees, cakes and patisseries. Other stalls specialise in produce imported from abroad. Open Thursday to Sunday.

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Opening times:	Every Thu 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Fri 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM; Sat 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Accessibility	Ramp/level access

Taking a starring role in Bridget Jones, Borough is, suitably, all about food. Get yourself down here first thing and squeeze your way round the stalls pretending to be a connoisseur. Get yourself something fancy for dinner whilst filling up for the day on all the free tasters.

In the shadows of the stately Southwark Cathedral lies Borough Market, a bustling food market that dates back to the 13th century. One of the capital's most fascinating enclaves, the area is a must for Charles Dickens fans, as some of the landmarks he wrote about still survive today. Until recently, the market only served the wholesale trade and it is busiest in the dead of night when the citys restaurateurs are restocking. Nowadays, it opens to the general public every Friday afternoon and all day Saturday. London's larder attracts specialist food producers from around the country, who offer a magnificent selection of foods, including breads, exotic teas, olive oils, dairy products, confectionery meat, fish, fresh fruit and vegetables. Friendly and atmospheric, this is a great place to visit.

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Based on 13 reviews

Ranked #16

Latest 5 reviews of Borough Market

Great afternoon

After reading reviews of the market and being a huge fan of anything "market" I had to make this a stop. Mark and I headed out on a Thursday in the afternoon so we were able to catch a...

After reading reviews of the market and being a huge fan of anything "market" I had to make this a stop. Mark and I headed out on a Thursday in the afternoon so we were able to catch a late lunch at the Market Porter (vegetarian options available). They also obtain most of their ingredients from the market.

After lunch we browsed more of the market and had some gelato and truffles. Everything is so fresh from flowers to produce and meats. Great to catch and if your up to it walk a ways to the London and Tower bridges!

8 August 2008

by AJinx81, Sarasota, FL

Don´t miss it!

Possibly Borough Market is my favorite gourmet pick in London. The best ones are the olives and artichoke hearts, simply fantastic. Whatsmore, on many stands they´ll give you tasters of...

Possibly Borough Market is my favorite gourmet pick in London. The best ones are the olives and artichoke hearts, simply fantastic. Whatsmore, on many stands they´ll give you tasters of whatever they´re selling. Even though many are saying that it´s open only on Fridays and Sats, I´ve just returned from London and I went to the market 3 times: on Thu, Fri and Sat. Maybe a local can bring us more information on this.

1 July 2008

by prc73, Brasilia, Brazil

Great food and atmosphere

Easy to find get off at London Bridge and go down steps by Southwalk Cathedral and its amazing find. Only small but packed to brim with different fresh produce, from variety of countries including...

Easy to find get off at London Bridge and go down steps by Southwalk Cathedral and its amazing find. Only small but packed to brim with different fresh produce, from variety of countries including home grown.

We got there Saturday afternoon and packed. Lots of stalls offering hot foods and we decided to have our lunch there eating out side the cathedral. Great food and atmosphere.

26 May 2008

by chrischamb, Church Stretton, United Kingdom

My Favourite Markets of All Time

Each trip I take to London involves visiting Borough Markets whenever I can! I love my food and this is the place to go to if so. Fascinating array of food and enticingly laid out! Do not...

Each trip I take to London involves visiting Borough Markets whenever I can! I love my food and this is the place to go to if so.

Fascinating array of food and enticingly laid out!

Do not miss......

- Chorizo Stand

- Pork Pies

- Hot Chocolate across the Road

Make a trip down, it is most certainly well worth a visit and I can't wait to go back there again!

14 January 2008

by notshy, Brisbane, Australia

this is like Zola's Les Halles

I adore Borough Market. This was my first London experience..coming straight from the airport, we just got off the tube at "London Bridge" station, tired and having jet lag. We had no...

I adore Borough Market.

This was my first London experience..coming straight from the airport, we just got off the tube at "London Bridge" station, tired and having jet lag. We had no idea where we were..we just started walking into the market..and VOILA ! Refreshed, awed, shocked, amazed.

It was Friday morning and there were sausages and pates and cheese everywhere! And people offered us sample after sample. The paradise for the gourmands, for food-lovers everywhere.

The market is a rainbow of smells, sights and colors. We saw rabbit, deer, sushi, sea food...everything! So colorful!

But the BEST part -the Market Porter Pub which is close to the market (or part of it?). Fri at noon, hundreds of people in business attire were standing in front of the pub (not inside) with pints of beer in hand. This was lunch hour at Borough Market. Who wouldn't fall in love with the place...

We came back 2 more times, first on Fri night, just after closing time..watching huge Bristish boys take down the displays and then ending up in the pubs, on the streets (again hundreds of drunk people)...second on Sun morning (but there was nothing -the market was closed).

If Zola described the French Les Halles in his books (as you know, they're not as in the books anymore)..I believe it;s Borough market that made me understand what he meant. This must have been the atmosphere.

Go there..

8 November 2007

by CristinaO, Michigan

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