Hungerford Market, Historical marketplace in City of Westminster, England
Description
Hungerford Market was a marketplace in City of Westminster organized into multiple sections for different types of goods. The site was arranged with upper and lower quadrangles, with the lower area designed for fish sales and featuring river access points.
History
The structure was built between 1831 and 1833 according to designs by architect Charles Fowler in Italianate style. It replaced an earlier market that had operated at the site since 1682.
Culture
The marketplace served as a gathering spot for local residents seeking fresh produce and everyday goods. People from the neighbourhood came regularly to purchase fish, vegetables, and provisions for their homes.
Practical
The site was connected to the river through floating piers that enabled transport of visitors and goods. These water connections made it possible to reach different parts of London by boat.
Did you know?
In 1862 the South Eastern Railway purchased the market site and had it demolished. The Charing Cross railway station was built in its place, which remains a major transport hub today.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (City of Westminster).
Benjamin Franklin House
41 m
Queen Eleanor Memorial Cross
94 m
York House, Strand
81 m
Ship and Shovell
29 m
College of Optometrists
72 m
York Buildings Water Tower
94 m
York Water Gate
83 m
1, Craven Passage Wc2
31 m
12, Buckingham Street Wc2
88 m
31, Craven Street Wc2
45 m
8, Buckingham Street Wc2
89 m
14, Buckingham Street Wc2
89 m
13 And 14, Craven Street Wc2
63 m
25–30 Craven Street
59 m
27 And 29, John Adam Street Wc2
80 m
40, Craven Street Wc2
58 m
37, Craven Street Wc2
44 m
11 And 12, Craven Street Wc2
67 m
32, Craven Street Wc2
41 m
33 And 34, Craven Street Wc2
38 m
39, Craven Street Wc2
53 m
13, Buckingham Street Wc2
88 m
15, Craven Street Wc2
61 m
35, Craven Street Wc2
37 m
10, Buckingham Street Wc2
84 m
38, Craven Street Wc2
47 m
11, Buckingham Street Wc2
81 m
9, Buckingham Street Wc2
82 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes