Roman Road Market

Another fantastic East End market that is jam packed full of bargins. First started in 1843 it reamins big and colourful, sprawling its way down the length of Roman Road. You can buy fruit and veg, hardware, shoes, fabric and much more at bargain prices. Situated on the oldest known trade route in Britain, the road to Colchester, the market is particularly well known for its 'cabbages' - not the vegetable, but a massive range of new clothes, seconds and discontinued lines. Within the market there is a traditional East End eatery -The Pie and Mash Shop. On Saturday lunchtimes, scores of shoppers queue for this tasty and traditional treat.