The Best Markets in Oxford, UK

At the heart of the city you’ll find Oxford’s historic Covered Market. Home to over 40 permanent stalls and shops, selling everything from fresh fruit and veg to jewellery, the market is the place to discover small, independent businesses. The Covered Market is also famous for its many cafes and food shops, so head here on an empty stomach so you can really make the most of what’s on offer. The market is open from 8am to 5:50pm Monday to Saturday, and from 10am to 4pm on Sundays, but keep in mind each business has its own opening hours.

Gloucester Green is Oxford’s biggest and best outdoor market – in fact, it’s the largest market of its kind outside of London. On Wednesdays from 9am to 4pm, there is a vibrant open-air market selling general produce including (among many other bits and bobs) fresh fruit and vegetables, flowers and plants, household goods, cheeses and pet food. On Thursdays from 9am to 4pm, Gloucester Green is home to a bustling antique, vintage and arts and craft market and on Saturdays from 10am to 5pm, there is a bit of everything, including some incredible street food vans and stalls.

Celebrating local food as a way of combating climate change, the South Oxford Farmers’ and Community Market has a strong focus on selling ethically-produced local, seasonal and organic food, as well as non-food goods. The majority of produce is from within a 30-mile radius of the city, including artisan bread, prize-winning jams, marmalades, chutneys and delicious goat’s cheese. There’s a great community feel here and you’ll be made to feel very welcome. The market runs every Sunday from 9:30am to 12pm.