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📖 London's flea market scene is a treasure trove for resellers, offering a diverse range of goods from high-end antiques to unique vintage fashion. Notting Hill's Portobello Road Market is world-renowned for its antiques, particularly on Saturdays, where you can find everything from Georgian jewellery to vintage cameras. Meanwhile, East London's Brick Lane Market is a vibrant hub for vintage clothing, offering items from the 1920s to the 90s, including designer denim and unique accessories. For serious antique dealers, Alfies Antique Market in Marylebone is London's largest indoor antique destination, housing numerous specialist dealers across four floors. Car boot sales like Battersea Boot provide opportunities for discovering hidden gems and designer goods at more accessible prices, often
🗒️ 4 Flea Markets
- Portobello Road MarketLondonMonday - Saturday, main day is Saturday 9am - 7pm
- Brick Lane MarketLondonSunday is the main day, roughly 10am - 5pm
- Alfies Antique MarketLondonTuesday - Saturday, 10am - 6pm
- Battersea BootLondonEvery Sunday, entry from 12:00pm
4 markets
Portobello Road Market
📍 London
Open: Monday - Saturday, main day is Saturday 9am - 7pm
Address: Portobello Road, London, W10 5TY
The world's largest antiques market, stretching over a mile through Notting Hill. It's a major tourist destination but still a prime sourcing spot for serious resellers who know where and when to look.
💰 What to buy here
- Vintage & Antique Jewellery Buy£10-£100 → Sell online£40-£300+ on eBay UK or at specialist auctions Look for hallmarked silver or gold. Small, unique pieces often get overlooked by tourists.
- Vintage Cameras & Photography Gear Buy£20-£80 → Sell online£60-£250 on eBay for tested, working models Focus on well-known brands like Leica, Rolleiflex, or classic 35mm SLRs. Check for fungus in lenses.
- Antiquarian Books Buy£5-£50 → Sell online£20-£500+ on AbeBooks or eBay for rare first editions Check for first editions, author signatures, and unique bindings. Condition is everything.
💡 TipThe serious antique dealers are at the northern end (Chepstow Villas/Elgin Crescent). Arrive by 8am on Saturday to browse before the main tourist crowds descend around 11am.
Brick Lane Market
📍 London
Open: Sunday is the main day, roughly 10am - 5pm
Address: Brick Lane, London, E1 6QR
A vibrant, sprawling East London market famous for its vintage clothing, bric-a-brac, and eclectic atmosphere. It's a collection of different markets, including the Upmarket in the Old Truman Brewery.
💰 What to buy here
- Vintage Clothing (80s/90s) Buy£5-£25 → Sell online£20-£70 on Depop or Vinted Look for branded sportswear (Nike, Adidas), leather jackets, and denim. Check for stains and broken zips.
- Vinyl Records Buy£2-£15 → Sell online£10-£50+ on Discogs or eBay for desirable pressings Check vinyl condition for scratches. Classic rock, punk, and soul are always in demand.
- Independent Art & Crafts Buy£10-£40 → Sell online£30-£100 on Etsy or at other craft fairs A good place to spot up-and-coming artists. Buy directly from the maker and focus on unique, high-quality work.
💡 TipVenture off the main street into the indoor markets like the Vintage Market in the Truman Brewery basement for more curated (but pricier) stock. The best bargains are on the street stalls early in the morning.
Alfies Antique Market
📍 London
Open: Tuesday - Saturday, 10am - 6pm
Address: 13-25 Church St, Marylebone, London, NW8 8DT
London's largest indoor antiques market, a multi-storey Art Deco building housing over 75 specialist dealers. Known for 20th-century design, vintage fashion, and collectibles.
💰 What to buy here
- High-End Vintage Fashion Buy£50-£300 → Sell online£150-£1000+ on Vestiaire Collective or to private collectors Look for designer labels from the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Check for authenticity and condition.
- 20th Century Decorative Arts Buy£40-£200 → Sell online£100-£600 on Vinterior or 1stDibs Art Deco, Art Nouveau, and Mid-Century Modern pieces are specialties here. Look for glass, ceramics, and metalware.
- Costume Jewellery Buy£10-£50 → Sell online£30-£150 on Etsy or Ruby Lane Look for signed pieces (e.g., Miriam Haskell, Trifari) and unique designs from the 1920s-1960s.
💡 TipThis is a dealer-focused market, so prices are higher. However, it's an excellent place for sourcing high-quality, curated stock. Build relationships with dealers for better prices.
Battersea Boot
📍 London
Open: Every Sunday, entry from 12:00pm
Address: Harris Academy, 401 Battersea Park Rd, London, SW11 5AP
A very popular and well-established Sunday car boot in South London. It's known for attracting a more affluent crowd of sellers, meaning a higher chance of finding designer fashion and quality homewares.
💰 What to buy here
- Designer & High-Street Fashion Buy£10-£50 → Sell online£30-£150+ on Vinted, Depop, or Vestiaire Collective Look for contemporary brands (e.g., Ganni, Whistles) and high-end designer labels. Check carefully for authenticity and condition.
- Quality Homewares Buy£5-£30 → Sell online£20-£80 on Facebook Marketplace or eBay Sellers are often clearing out high-quality items from brands like The White Company, Le Creuset, or designer collaborations.
- Leather Handbags & Accessories Buy£15-£60 → Sell online£50-£200 on eBay or Vestiaire Collective Look for quality leather and recognisable mid-range brands (e.g., Coach, Mulberry, Russell & Bromley). Check linings and hardware.
💡 TipPay the higher early entry fee (£7 at 12:00pm) to get in before the crowds. Many fashion bloggers and stylists source here, so competition for good clothing is fierce.
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What are the best flea markets in London?
Well-known flea markets in London include Portobello Road Market (London), Brick Lane Market (London) and Alfies Antique Market (London). This page lists 4 markets with addresses, opening hours and what to buy there to resell.
When are flea markets open in London?
Most run on weekends. Portobello Road Market: Monday - Saturday, main day is Saturday 9am - 7pm; Brick Lane Market: Sunday is the main day, roughly 10am - 5pm; Alfies Antique Market: Tuesday - Saturday, 10am - 6pm. Hours change with the season, so check the market's own website before you go.
What can you buy at flea markets in London to resell?
Good finds at these markets include Vintage & Antique Jewellery (buy £10-£100, resell £40-£300+ on eBay UK or at specialist auctions), Vintage Cameras & Photography Gear (buy £20-£80, resell £60-£250 on eBay for tested, working models), Antiquarian Books (buy £5-£50, resell £20-£500+ on AbeBooks or eBay for rare first editions) and Vintage Clothing (80s/90s) (buy £5-£25, resell £20-£70 on Depop or Vinted). Check what an item actually sold for before you pay — the FlipTip app shows real sold prices from a photo.
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