Our Markets

The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea is one of the best places to shop in the capital, and has much to offer beyond the typical high street. Whether you're going shopping or just looking for a day out, the busy markets are a great way to experience the Borough's vibrant local life.

The Council manages two adjacent markets: Portobello Road market is one of the most famous markets in the world, and is renowned for its antiques and vintage fashion. Golborne Road market features food stalls during the week and has busy second hand and bric-a-brac sections at the weekend. Privately operated markets in the Borough include farmer's markets at Notting Hill Gate and South Kensington (both open Saturdays from 9am until 1pm), as well as the Portobello Green market that crosses Portobello Road by the Westway (operating from Thursday through to Sunday).

Upcoming Events in the markets and market streets

• Over two Saturdays, 20 and 27 March 2010, thirteen objects that tell tales and histories from the community will be exhibited in a Portobello Road market stall.
  On Saturday, 20 March, look for the stall at pitch 173, between Raddington Road/Oxford Gardens and Golborne Road. On Saturday 27 March, the stall will be at pitch 148b under the westway. Visitors will be invited to enjoy the collection on display and also to explore the surrounding neighbourhood. Maps of the area showing the locations where objects were found and stories took place will be distributed.
• Wedge card launch in Portobello and Golborne Roads, Friday, 26 March 2010
  Wedge is the rewards card for local shops being rolled out across The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea this month. On Friday, 26 March, look for the Wedge Card taxi and get your free mini key card fob and delicious Wedge decorated cookie!
• Saint George's Day, Friday, 23 April 2010
  To celebrate Saint George's day, why not shop Portobello and Golborne Road markets for the best of fresh seasonal English produce? Be on the lookout for asparagus, chard, new potatoes, radishes, spinach, spring onions, and watercress!
• Spring Fling, Friday and Saturday, 7-8 May 2010
  Following in the footsteps of January's Festival of British Roots, come back to the markets for fresh inspiration, the best seasonal British produce, cookery demonstrations with free samples, recipes, fun and games, and more! Look for Spring Fling stalls in Portobello Road market between Talbor Road/Blenheim Crescent and Lancaster Road. There will also be a Spring Fling stall in Golborne Road market all day on both days.
• Fruity Friday, 14 May 2010
  'Go Bananas' is the theme of this year's fundraiser for the World Cancer Research Fund. Look for your favourite fruit trader dressed in yellow at his or her specially decorated stall. If you can, drop a coin in the collection bucket, and do keep in mind that eating your 5-a-Day of fresh fruit and veg can keep you healthy and help reduce the risk of many diseases, including cancer.
• Golborne Road Festival, 20 June 2010, Noon until 6pm
  It's the second annual Golborne Road Festival, and this year there will be live music, street entertainers, international food, arts and crafts, a bouncy castle, face-painting, a football competition, activities for young and older people, market stalls, and much more.