London Markets

Vintage colour photos of London markets from the 1960s to the 1990s, documenting street trading and everyday commerce across the capital during the late 20th century. Taken on colour film, these images capture markets as lively public spaces, central to local communities and daily life.

This collection focuses largely on well-known London markets including Portobello Road and Petticoat Lane, showing stalls, traders, shoppers, goods, signage, and surrounding streets. From antiques and clothing to household items and fresh produce, the photographs preserve a detailed visual record of London’s market culture during a period of social change, before later regulation and redevelopment altered many traditional street markets.

All images are available as high-resolution, royalty-free digital downloads suitable for editorial, commercial, or personal use.