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).
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General market opening times
- 08.00 until 19.00 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and
Saturday
- 08.00 until 13.00 Thursday
These times vary depending on weather conditions and the season.
The market is closed on UK Bank Holidays, Christmas Day and Boxing
Day.
The markets throughout the week
Monday through to Thursday Portobello and
Golborne Road markets serve mostly local residents with fresh
fruit and veg, day-to-day items and - in Golborne Road - an
international selection of hot foods. Although the street markets
close at 1pm on Thursday, there is a small book, art and plant
market under the Portobello Green canopy that stays open until
5.30pm.
Friday is the busiest weekday, with a greater
number and variety of stalls. A gap in street trading may exist
beyond Oxford Gardens, but Golborne Road is a destination well
worth the extra five minute walk. On your way, take time to inspect
Claire Morgan's photographic installation Mandala along the long
brick wall.
Saturday is the busiest day by far, when the
stalls, shops and arcades of the antiques section are buzzing from
early morning. The rest of the markets are generally full,
especially in fine weather. An eclectic mix of vintage and
second-hand fashion and new goods can be found north of the
Westway. This is also where the newest traders enter the markets,
so don't spend all your money before you get there!
Sunday the street markets are closed, but there
is a bustling market featuring original and vintage fashion,
accessories and jewellery under the Portobello Green canopy.
Whether you live locally or are just visiting, please support
the area's local independent merchants! Shopping at your favourite
market stalls and neighbourhood retailers is one way you can help
to secure a thriving, vibrant and sustainable future for the heart
of our unique and diverse community.
Upcoming events in the markets and market streets
Recent events in the markets
- Taste of Summer Festival 16-17 July 2010



Market shoppers were delighted by samples of deliciously
prepared fresh seasonal produce from author and television
presenter Celia
Brooks Brown, local womens' group Multicultural
Kitchen, caterers Chefs on the
Move, and the Fat Badger pub.
Visitors also had a chance to pick up sustainable and economical
cooking tips from Love Food Hate
Waste. Many samples were handed out right at the
fruit & veg stalls by a corps of dedicated volunteers to whom
we offer a heartfelt Markets thank you! Please visit your
favourite colourful costermonger throughout the Summer for the
freshest seasonal produce and fabulous recipe idea cards for summer
fruit and vegetables from Portobello cook and food blogger Jo
Harrison. To receive information on upcoming events,
email street.markets@rbkc.gov.uk
- InTransit Festival 19 July - 1 August
2010

For two weeks, acclaimed performance company
Slung Low, in partnership with Notting Hill's
Gate Theatre, had a 'sweetshop' in Portobello
Square for 'street bound adventure' The Knowledge
Emporium, part of the Arts Service's
InTransit Festival.

Combining drumming, movement, theatre and recycling, The Living
Junk Project play music and act out scenes on whatever they can
find. Move Me was a 20 minute promenade performance piece
at various locations, in and around Portobello Road, evolving each
time with audience intervention and through new constructions.
How to register as a street trader and get a street trading
licence
For information on how to register as a street trader and get a
street trading licence go to Street
Trading home page.
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