Piccadilly Market, market in London
Piccadilly Market is an outdoor market held in a covered courtyard behind St. James's Church in central Westminster, London. The stalls are run by small independent vendors and offer freshly prepared food alongside handmade crafts and gifts.
St. James's Church, which forms the backdrop to this market, was built in the late 17th century in what was then a rapidly growing part of London. Trading in the surrounding area goes back centuries, and the courtyard has gradually become a regular meeting point for vendors and visitors.
The market sits inside a churchyard, which gives it a setting you would not expect from a street market. Vendors often explain their dishes or products directly to customers, making the exchange feel personal rather than commercial.
The market runs on weekdays around lunchtime, so arriving in the middle of the day gives you the best chance of finding all stalls open. Seating is available in the courtyard, and the nearby Southwood Garden offers a green spot if you want to eat outside.
Despite being in one of the busiest parts of central London, the market is hidden from the street by the church walls, so many passersby never notice it exists. Walking through the gate feels like stepping into a quieter world just a few steps from Piccadilly.
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