Preston Markets

Entrance to Preston Market Hall with Wallace and Gromit statue in front.

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Preston Markets effortlessly combines the city's long-established and traditional traders with new and contemporary stalls and cafés. The result is a one-stop location for fresh local food, a great mix of independent shops and some fantastic places to eat and drink - all wrapped up with a friendly Northern atmosphere.

Market Hall

Preston's Market Hall offers an abundance of fresh and local Lancashire produce, on top of cafés and independent shops.

Fresh local produce and independent retail

After fresh and local produce? Then look no further. Market Hall is jam-packed with traders selling fresh meat, fish, cheese, bread, vegetables, fruit, and dairy products - basically, everything you need in one convenient location.

You will also find a selection of goods including hair and beauty products, shoes, bags, jewellery, mobile phones and accessories.

Eat and drink

Take a relaxing coffee break, tuck into a tasty cake or, why not, treat yourself to a spot of lunch. Market Hall has a variety of places to unwind in, where you can enjoy quality food and drink. Whether you're after a quick refreshment, a bite to eat or full English breakfast, the Market Hall is the place to go.

There are also plenty of take away options, ideal for lunch breaks or to take home with you.

Find what you're looking for at one of the Market Hall's cafés or bars:

To find out about all the traders at Preston Markets visit Preston Markets - Discover our traders.

Cosy craft beer bar

A warm welcome awaits you at The Orchard craft beer bar. Located in a cosy corner of Preston's market hall, this hidden gem has 10 keg lines, 3 cask beers and an excellent selection of wines, prosecco, cider and spirits.

Live music

Sit under the picturesque Victorian canopy and enjoy live music and a drink taking place regularly on Saturday evenings throughout summer. To find out who's on and when visit Preston Markets - Events.

Opening times

Monday to Saturday: 8am - 5pm

For individual trader opening times visit Preston Markets - Preston Market Hall traders.

Box Market

The Box Market, opposite the Market Hall, is made up of an assortment of independent traders occupying upgraded shipping containers. Taking inspiration from well-known markets in London, these containers offer visitors a unique contemporary shopping space unlike anywhere else in the North-West.

Here, you will find traders selling locally brewed ales to takeaway, pet supplies, vintage bric-a-brac, records and bedding.

Opening times

Monday to Saturday: 9- 4pm

For individual trader opening times visit Preston Markets - Preston Box Market Traders.

Preston Outdoor Market

Your favourite outdoor traders can be found under the restored 1875 Market Canopy. You'll find a wide selection of goods from clothes, books, and cards to candles, gifts, plants, flowers and more.

Opening times

Monday: 8am - 3pm
Wednesday: 8am - 3pm
Friday: 8am - 3pm
Saturday: 8am - 3pm

Please note: times are an approximate.

Second-hand Market

Selling an abundance of goods under the 1875 Market canopy, make sure you get there early to snap up some bargains!

Opening times

Tuesday: 8am - 3pm
Thursday: 8am - 3pm (mixed market - selling second hand and new items)

For more information on the Outdoor and Second-hand Market visit Preston Markets - Outdoor Market.

Events

Preston Markets host a variety of fun and fresh events throughout the year, from Easter and Summer entertainment for the kids to visits from Santa at Christmas. For upcoming market events visit Preston Markets - Events.

Real Deal Record Fair

The Real Deal Record Fair takes place every other month outside Preston's Box Market. A must visit for music fans, see what records, tapes, CDs, and memorabilia you can discover.

For upcoming record fairs visit Preston Markets - Events.