What is the oldest market in London?
What is the oldest market in London? Borough Market has a history spanning over a millenium and is widely considered London's oldest retail and wholesale food market. It's been operating at its current site since 1756. With over 100 stalls covering about 4.5 acres, Borough Market is also one of the largest food markets in the capital.
What is the oldest shop front in London?
London's – Oldest Shops/Shop Fronts
- 1567 – THE OLD CURIOSITY SHOP – PORTSMOUTH STREET – (Shoes) ...
- 1676 – LOCKE & CO – ST.JAMES STREET – (Hatters) ...
- 1698 – BERRY BROS & RUDD – ST JAMES'S STREET – (Wine Merchants) ...
- 1689 – EDE & RAVENSCROFT – CHANCERY LANE – (Tailoring) ...
- 1706 – TWININGS – STRAND – (Tea)