Berwick Street Market

Photo:"Berwick Market, Soho, On A Saturday, 1926"

"Berwick Market, Soho, On A Saturday, 1926"

from Arthur St John Adcock "Wonderful London", Vol 1, p131

Photo:Berwick Street Market, 1930s

Berwick Street Market, 1930s

from Paul Cohen-Portheim "The Spirit of London" pp24-25

Photo: Illustrative image for the 'Berwick Street Market' page
Photo: Illustrative image for the 'Berwick Street Market' page

By Tim Devitt

The origins of Berwick Street Market date back to the 18th century when local shopkeepers started to display their goods on the pavement. However, it was not until 1892 that it became officially recognised. Today the market specialises in fresh produce.

This page was added by Tim Devitt on 25/03/2010.

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