East London has welcomed an exciting new addition to its vibrant market scene with the launch of a weekend market in Bethnal Green. The community-driven initiative features six seasonal art stalls that will operate every Saturday until the end of December.
Market Details and Location
The new market has set up shop in front of legendary cafe E Pellicci on Bethnal Green Road, creating a charming outdoor shopping experience. This collaborative project brings together E Pellicci, the East End Trades Guild, Oxford House and Newmans Stationary in a true community effort.
What makes this market particularly special is its funding story - the century-old cafe and local residents successfully crowdfunded over £9,000 to bring this vision to life. The market began operating at the start of November and will continue for an eight-week run, concluding on December 20.
What Shoppers Can Discover
Visitors to the Bethnal Green market can explore a carefully curated selection of handcrafted goods from east London artists. The offering includes:
- Bethnal Queen: Vintage clothing and original fashion pieces
- Ceramasistas: Nature-inspired ceramics
- Control & Chaos: Sustainable luxury candles
- Fine Art and Fancy Things: Hand-crafted miniature art including dolls and match-box art
- Trimmings & Things: Decorative trimming
- Proposition Studios: Live-drawn art created on the spot
The market operates from 9am to 4pm every Saturday, providing the perfect weekend destination for those seeking unique, artisanal products away from mainstream shopping options.
Enhancing London's Market Culture
While London already boasts an impressive array of markets, from Columbia Road's flower market to Borough's food stalls and Camden's alternative shopping, this new addition demonstrates the continuing evolution of the city's market scene. The timing is particularly fortuitous with the Christmas season approaching, offering shoppers an ideal venue for finding distinctive gifts.
The success of the crowdfunding campaign, which raised over £9,000 from the community, highlights the strong local support for initiatives that celebrate east London's creative talent and strengthen neighborhood connections.
