Discover the best independent markets in the Bristol area
Championing Local Creativity: Supporting Indie Artisans at Markets in and Around Bristol
Your go-to guide for Bristol’s top independent markets in 2024!
From artisan crafts and produce to tasty street food, Bristol’s indie markets are where it’s at.
Discover upcycled fashion, original art, reusable items, and organic goods created by talented local entrepreneurs.
Why shop at Bristol’s independent markets?
They’re brilliant for sourcing unique, eco-friendly products and gifts. It’s also a great day out – meet up or just mooch around and indulge! And shopping local supports your community and reduces your carbon footprint – what’s not to like!
Our market guide is regularly updated, so keep checking in.
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Market organisers in and around Bristol
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NB: market dates and timings can change (sometimes very last minute) due to weather and other circumstances. Please check with the markets directly for their latest updates.
Below are the best upcoming markets in and around Bristol
Bryony Makes Events
21st September at Somerset Hall, Portishead BS20 6AH : 12th October at Christ Church, Clevedon, BS21 7LL : 26th October at Somerset Hall, Portishead, BS20 6AH : 23rd November at Somerset Hall, Portishead, BS20 6AH : 7th December at Somerset Hall, Portishead, BS20 6AH
Bryony Makes Events – fun and family-friendly events in Clevedon and Portishead. Our indoor markets feature a variety of small local businesses selling their products and services. We welcome everyone to come and join in on the fun! Support your community by shopping local and discovering unique items made by talented small business owners. Market dates and locations as above. Parking, wheelchair accessible, accessible toilet on site.
The Ardagh Food & Craft market
Ardagh Pavilion, off Kellaway Avenue, Bristol BS6 7YL
Second Saturday of the month : 10am - 3pm . Next event: Sat 13 July
Monthly
The Ardagh Food & Craft Market runs monthly every second Saturday and showcases local small business, focused on ethical and sustainable goods. With a relaxed, friendly vibe you can browse a selection of stalls including ceramics, art, jewellery and cosmetics plus a wide range of fab food stalls offering hot & cold, sweet or spicy options. Wheelchair access and accessible toilet on site.
Windmill Hill Market
Windmill Hill City Farm, Philip Street, Bedminster, Bristol BS3 4EA
Next Markets: Saturdays 6 July, 3 Aug and every month until December
First Saturday of the month, April to December
Windmill Hill Market at Windmill Hill City Farm showcases the very best of ethical designer makers from Bristol and beyond, with products made with care, love and the planet in mind. Organised by BristolMarket.co.uk and Square Route Events (the organiser behind Temple Quay Market), you will find over 40 stalls, all hand picked for their sustainable and ethical values. You can expect a selection of vintage stalls, jewellery, art and print, street food, producers, kids craft and live music! Wheelchair access & accessible toilet.
Artizan Markets South West
Glenavon Farm, Bath Road, Saltford, Bristol BS31 3TJ
Sat 27 & Sun 28 July
Once a month
Vintage stalls, Music, Activities, Demos and Children’s interests alongside our Creative Crafts and Arts traders. We strive to be environmentally friendly in all ways. We work alongside Flourish, an ethical company with the vision to promote creative individuals and small businesses that promote these principles. If you are interested in joining us please contact Jan Booth via our Facebook Page – Artizan Markets South West, email: jan_booth@live.co.uk or phone Jan on 07936 711 655. We are on the popular site of Flourish at Glenavon Farm in Saltford between Bristol and Bath (Free parking for traders and the public). Farm shop and café/restaurant on site.
Clevedon Sunday Market
Various sites around Hill Road, Bellevue Road and Alexandra Road, Clevedon
First Sunday from March-December, 10am - 2pm
Monthly
A monthly artisan market held in the hill and sea area of Clevedon. First Sunday of the month from March to December, 10-2pm. Wheelchair access (no toilets). More info (including how to apply for a stall) on our website:
M32 Flea Market
Every last Saturday of the Month (except August)
Monthly
The M32 Flea Market is on the last Saturday of the Month. We host a large selection of good quality vintage and pre-loved clothing, records, jewellery, art, prints, pottery, books, plants, tinctures, essential oils, bric-n-brac, gifts. Eclectic, creative, weird and wonderful. Trader bookings taken on our website. Parking, wheelchair access & accessible toilet. Photo: @samsnapsalot
Temple Quay Market
Temple Quay BS1 6DG
Every Tuesday and Thursday 12-2pm
Weekly
In Bristol’s central office district, 2 minutes from Temple Meads station, a bustling lunchtime market offers diverse culinary options for office workers and local residents alike. This market serves as a convenient choice for street food lovers, offering a new selection of traders each week. Wheelchair access (no toilets).
Shirehampton Markets
Shirehampton - please see our FB page for details
1st Thursday of the month
Monthly
Long Ashton Village Market
Long Ashton Community Centre, Keedwell Hill, Long Ashton BS41 9DP
First Saturday of the month 9.30am - 1pm - next market Sat 3rd Feb
Monthly
Corsham Creative Market
Springfield Community Campus, Corsham SN13 9DN
First Saturday of the Month, 11am - 3pm
Monthly
Tobacco Factory Sunday Market
The Tobacco Factory, Raleigh Road, BS3 1TF
Every Sunday 10am - 2.30pm
Weekly
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