Historic London food markets that have operated for hundreds of years to permanently close
A pair of historic wholesale meat and fish markets in London will permanently close in the coming years. The Smithfield Market and Billingsgate Market will remain open for meat and fish sales, respectively, until “at least 2028” but will ultimately close their doors, the City of London Corporation said.
London’s Historic Fish and Meat Markets to Close After 1,000 Years
Two of London’s oldest markets, Billingsgate and Smithfield, will cease operations by 2028, marking the end of traditions dating back to the 11th century. The City of London Corporation announced Wednesday it will relinquish its responsibilities for the markets and compensate traders as they transition to independent operations.
Billingsgate Market traders in Poplar have spoken out after the City of London Corporation announced plans to close the site.
The news that London's oldest fish market is facing permanent closure has shocked and saddened the tenants at Billingsgate ...
"Regeneration" is still planned for a site in Dagenham previously earmarked for Billingsgate and Smithfields Markets.
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