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19.04.2025 – 13.12.2025

Leadenhall Market series of pop-up weekend markets

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Weekend markets will take place under the breathtaking painted atrium of the Victorian structure, on two weekends each month from April to November.

A special Christmas market will also be held in December, all giving visitors plenty of opportunities to browse a vibrant, bustling mix of stalls from independent traders along Leadenhall’s famous passages.

Several of the Market’s restaurants, cafés and bars will be open during market days, serving food and drinks to keep shoppers refreshed. Leadenhall Market’s covered walkways provide the perfect space for browsing, whatever the weather.

Back by popular demand after the reintroduction of market stalls to the City of London’s iconic shopping and dining destination in 2024, the Markets will be hosted by The Vintage Furniture & Flea Market and SoLo Craft Fair, operators who ensure an eclectic mix of quality goods.

Saturday, 19th April Saturday, 26th April Saturday, 10th May Sunday, 25th May Saturday, 14th June Sunday, 29th June Saturday, 12th July Sunday, 27th July Saturday, 9th August Sunday, 31st August Saturday, 13th September Sunday, 28th September Saturday, 11th October Sunday, 26th October Saturday, 8th November Sunday, 30th November Saturday, 13th December.

Time: 12pm - 5pm

Tickets: Free

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