Most iconic flea markets

England is a global hub for antiques, curiosities, and vintage treasures. Whether you are a professional dealer or a weekend hobbyist, the British “flea market” scene offers everything from Victorian silverware to 1970s retro furniture. Below is a comprehensive scan of the most famous markets to help you plan your next hunting trip.

1. Portobello road market

Location: Notting Hill, London

Time of Year: Year-round

Days of the Week: Main antique day is Saturday (09:00 – 19:00); smaller markets Monday–Friday

Number of Stalls: Over 1,000 dealers

Type of Items: High-end antiques, silver, vintage fashion, collectibles, and bric-a-brac.

2. Newark international antiques & collectors fair

Location: Newark Showground, Nottinghamshire

Time of Year: Bi-monthly (6 times a year)

Days of the Week: Thursday and Friday (check specific dates online)

Number of Stalls: Up to 2,500 stalls

Type of Items: Everything from garden furniture and rustic farmhouse decor to fine art and jewelry.

3. Sunbury antiques market (Kempton Park)

Location: Sunbury-on-Thames, Surrey

Time of Year: Year-round

Days of the Week: Every second and last Tuesday of the month

Number of Stalls: 700+ stalls

Type of Items: Industrial salvage, French furniture, mid-century modern pieces, and architectural reclamation.

4. Bermondsey antiques market

Location: Bermondsey Square, London

Time of Year: Year-round

Days of the Week: Every Friday (starts early at 06:00)

Number of Stalls: 200+ dealers

Type of Items: Small antiques, pottery, vintage jewelry, and silverware. Often frequented by serious collectors.

5. Lincolnshire antiques & home Show

Location: Lincoln Showground, Lincolnshire

Time of Year: Periodic (approx. 8 times a year)

Days of the Week: Monday and Tuesday

Number of Stalls: 1,500+ stalls

Type of Items: Large furniture, textiles, vintage signs, and “shabby chic” interior items.

6. Old spitalfields market (Antiques Day)

Location: East London

Time of Year: Year-round

Days of the Week: Thursdays (dedicated to Antiques & Vintage)

Number of Stalls: 80–100 specialist dealers

Type of Items: Vinyl records, vintage maps, taxidermy, retro clothing, and quirky 20th-century collectibles.

7. Ardingly international antiques & collectors fair

Location: South of England Showground, West Sussex

Time of Year: Quarterly

Days of the Week: Tuesday and Wednesday

Number of Stalls: 1,700 stalls

Type of Items: High-quality European antiques, ceramics, glass, and high-end vintage furniture.

8. Tynemouth market

Location: Tynemouth Metro Station, North Tyneside

Time of Year: Year-round

Days of the Week: Every Saturday and Sunday

Number of Stalls: 150+ stalls

Type of Items: Local crafts, secondhand books, vintage toys, and local North-East memorabilia.