Question of the week: can you tell us about one of your favourite London markets? "On a crisp Saturday morning in autumn, there’s no better London market to explore than Ridley Road Market. Today, it is best known for its exotic African bush meats and fruit, as well as African fabrics, arts & crafts, and other produce. But the market also still contains many stalls reflecting Dalston’s rich history as a centre for various immigrant Jewish, Greek and Turkish communities. And the great thing about Ridley Road Market is that, because it is slightly off the beaten path for the average tourist, the market has maintained its authentic atmosphere as a place serving the needs of its local communities. This is a genuine “outside of Zone 1” London experience!
Getting there is much easier, now that the mainline station of "Dalston Kingsland" is part of the "Overground" line on the London Underground. Alternatively, you can take Bus number 243 from Old Street Tube Station and ride up Kingsland Road to get a good view of a large part of the East End of London."
- Cornelius O’Boyle
* Photo by bareknuckleyellow, used under Creative Commons.
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