Our markets
Photos from the 'RBKC Markets' group
on Flickr
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 Saturday farmer's markets
at Notting Hill Gate
(9am to 1pm) and South
Kensington (9am to 2pm), as well as the Portobello Green market
that crosses Portobello Road by the Westway (operating from
Thursday through to Sunday) and the new Portobello's Premier Farmers
and Fine Foods Market under the Westway on Saturdays and
Sundays.
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.
General market opening times
- 8am until 7pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and
Saturday
- 8am until 1pm Thursday
These times vary depending on weather conditions and the season.
The street markets are normally closed on Sundays, UK Bank
Holidays, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
How to get there
Portobello Road and Golborne Road markets are adjacent and can
be approached from either end. See Directions to the market.
The markets throughout the week
NEW: Market traders have recently launched
Shop Portobello, a
website to help visitors and customers find their way round the
markets, see what's on offer (and when), put together shopping
lists, and find unique items and bargains!
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
the latest Portobello Wall Arts
Project installation 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.
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.