Summer’s here and the sun is shining, so what better place to do your shopping than at one of Islington’s fabulous open-air markets. Each has something unique to offer

Archway Market

Every Saturday, 10am–5pm, Navigator Square hosts a wide array of traders offering the finest produce, ingredients and street food alongside specialties like books, jewellery, homeware and gifts. Make a day of it and head to nearby Whittington Park for a picnic and a stroll.

Camden Passage

An eclectic mix of retro clothes, interesting one-off items, collectables and bric-a-brac can be found in this stretch of Camden Passage. The main market days are Wednesday and Saturday with stalls generally from 9am–6pm. It’s in the heart of Angel, so once the shopping is done, enjoy a drink or bite to eat on Upper Street.

Chapel Market and Islington Farmers’ Market

After an almost £1m investment, this traditional street market boasts a wide selection of stalls, from fresh fruit and veg and flowers to gadgets and electrical goods. Every Sunday, 10am–2pm, the site makes way for the Islington Farmers’ Market, where you can grab ingredients for a perfect picnic, which you could enjoy at the nearby award winning Culpeper Community Garden.

Exmouth Market

Exmouth Market is a true hidden gem, tucked away in Clerkenwell. It’s a charming street market full of independent shops, bars, and restaurants, and it’s on every weekday! If you’ve got some extra time on your hands, take a stroll, or let the kids loose on the extensive play area at Spa Fields Park, which is right next door.

Islington Square

Every Saturday, 11am–5pm, the square transforms into a hub of local makers’ stalls, showcasing creative crafts and offering mouthwatering street food delights. You’ll find a handpicked selection of street food, delicious desserts, arts and crafts and artisanal products.

Nag’s Head Market

Come rain or shine you’ll find all sorts of second-hand items at this indoor market. From electronics and homeware to antique gems and clothing, as well as fresh produce. Feeling peckish? Head to the hot food stalls with cuisine from Colombia, Japan, Jamaica, Korea, Nigeria and more.

Stroud Green Market

Every Sunday, 10am–2.30pm, Stroud Green Primary School comes to life with free entertainment like live music, storytelling and a resident bike mechanic. From Danish Rye Bread through to local Islington Honey, there’s a host of regular stalls and a wide range of guest traders, so the market always offers something new to try.

Whitecross Street Market

One of the oldest street markets in London, today it’s open on weekdays and is a hotspot for fantastic street food. That’s alongside stalls selling clothes, handcrafted jewellery and household items. Nearby Fortune Street Park, with a playground, benches and tables, is the perfect destination to enjoy your street food in the sunshine!

Could you be a market trader?

Interested in starting a new business or earning some extra cash? Opening a market stall is a low-risk option for getting started. To find out more about market trading in Islington, call 020 7527 3830 or email street.trading@islington.gov.uk