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.
To shop from your sofa, check out our Makers Marketplace Directory!
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
Windmill Hill Market
Windmill Hill City Farm, Philip Street, Bedminster, Bristol BS3 4EA
Next Markets: Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 October 2024 10am-3pm, and every month inc 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.
Festive Open Studio - Old Market
The Studio, 58 West Street, Old Market, Bristol BS2 0BL
Friday 8th Nov (5pm - 8pm) & Sat 9th Nov (1pm - 6pm) : Fri 13th Dec (5pm - 8pm) & Sat 14th Dec (1pm - 6pm)
An intimate festive shopping experience in the shared studio of creatives Rosa (Rosa Pietsch – luxurious laser cut jewellery), Sabina (Hello Cleo – Hand made slow fashion and fabric accessories) and Bec (Dakota Rae Dust – colourful textile jewellery). Enjoy a cosy cuppa / glass of fizz while you explore the colourful creative space shared by these three small business owners and make a start on your Christmas shopping. Guest traders and themes / special offers to be announced soon! Please keep in touch on social media for more details x
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).
The Ardagh Food & Craft market
Ardagh Pavilion, off Kellaway Avenue, Bristol BS6 7YL
Second Saturday of the month : 10am - 3pm
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.
Bryony Makes Events
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.
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
Late night shopping / Open studio in OLD MARKET
The Studio, 58 West Street, Old Market, Bristol BS2 0BL
Wednesday 20th November, Thursday 5th December, & Thursday 19th December 2024
St Nicholas Markets
The Corn Exchange, Corn St, Bristol BS1 1JQ
Monday to Saturday: 9.30am to 5pm
Creative Makers Market
St Margaret’s Hall, Bradford on Avon BA15 1DE
5th October, 10am - 3am
Finzel's Reach Market
Old Temple Street, Bristol BS1 6BX
Wednesdays and Fridays, 11am - 2pm
Twice weekly
Fishponds Community Markets
Fishponds Road, Bristol BS16 3UH
Check Facebook page for upcoming dates
Harbourside Street Food Market
1 Canon's Road, Bristol BS1 5TX
Wed, Thurs & Fri 12.00–14.30 / Sat & Sun 11.30am – 4pm
Portishead Farmers Market
Waitrose Piazza, Harbour Road, Portishead BS20 7DE
2nd Saturday of the month
The Frome Independent
Frome High Street
1st Sunday of the month from March - Dec : 10am - 3pm
Monthly
Underfall Market
Underfall Yard, Cumberland Road, Bristol BS1 6XG
Saturdays 5th October, 30th November, and Sunday 1st December
Whiteladies Market
Corner of Whiteladies Rd and Apsley Road, Clifton, Bristol BS8 2QY
Every Saturday, 8.30am - 1pm
Weekly
Future Leap Sustainable Pop Up Market
1 - 3 Gloucester Road, Bristol BS7 8AA
Saturdays 30 Nov, 7 Dec, 14th Dec, 21 Dec : 10am - 5pm
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
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
Better Sundays At Broadmead
Broadmead (near Eat a Pitta) Bristol BS1 3XD
Every First Sunday of the month, March - October.
Monthly
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