Leadenhall Market
Market Victorian covered market in London, historic shopping arcade
Covered market in the City of London with a Victorian iron-and-glass roof, independent shops and restaurants; visitors arrive for shopping, photography and its appearances in films (including Harry Potter).
Leadenhall Market is a covered Victorian market in the City of London noted for its ornate 19th-century glass and wrought-iron roof and cobbled walkways. The present decorative structure dates to the 1880s and was designed by the City Surveyor Sir Horace Jones.
The market houses shops, restaurants and pubs within a compact pedestrianised courtyard and adjacent lanes, and it is a frequent destination for shopping and dining in the financial district. It has also been used as a filming location for films, including sequences representing fantasy streets.
The site has a long history as a commercial market and the current covered structure replaced earlier market buildings in the late 19th century. The market has been refurbished and conserved to retain its historic character while accommodating modern retail.
Leadenhall Market sits in the heart of the City of London near Gracechurch Street and Cornhill, within easy walking distance of Bank and Monument stations.
- Best viewing time: The market's ornate covered central court and wrought-iron roof are best viewed late in the day when lighting highlights the decorative paintwork and glass.
How to Get to Leadenhall Market #
Leadenhall Market is in the City of London near Cornhill and Gracechurch Street. The closest Underground stations are Monument (Circle and District lines) and Bank (Central, Northern, Waterloo & City lines and DLR); both are about a 2-5 minute walk to the market. Fenchurch Street railway station (national rail) and Liverpool Street station (Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines) are also within a 5-10 minute walk.
From central London airports or other parts of the city use the Underground/rail connections to Bank/Monument or Liverpool Street and then walk; once at the market the area is pedestrian-friendly.
Tips for Visiting Leadenhall Market #
- Visit early in the morning before lunchtime office traffic and tour groups arrive if you want clear photos of the ornate Victorian roof and arcade.
- Enter via the market's main entrances on Gracechurch/Leadenhall streets to reach the central arcade quickly, and take time to look up at the painted ceilings and ironwork - those architectural details are easy to miss during a quick pass-through.
Best Time to Visit Leadenhall Market #
Leadenhall Market is busiest in summer and around Christmas; for a quieter experience go on weekday mornings outside peak tourist months.
Weather & Climate near Leadenhall Market #
Leadenhall Market's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (666 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 67 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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