Spitalfields Market: London’s most underrated Christmas Market

We head to one of London’s oldest markets.

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00:00Spitterfields market with its rich history and electric atmosphere has

00:04quietly become one of London's most underrated Christmas markets. Nestled in

00:10the heart of East London this once bustling wholesale market has

00:14transformed over the years into a hub of culture, food and design while still

00:19retaining traces of its centuries-old legacy. Dating back to the 17th century

00:24Spitterfields market was originally established as a fruit and vegetable

00:29market. In its early days it was surrounded by the grimy streets of the

00:33East End, a far cry from the trendy area it is today. Over the years the market

00:39has seen waves of change from the arrival of the French silk weavers in

00:43the 1700s to the markets transformation into a hub for fashion and arts in the

00:48late 20th century. Today it blends modern innovation with its deep historical

00:53roots making it a unique setting for the festive season. During Christmas

00:59Spitterfields takes on a particularly charming air though it often gets

01:03overshadowed by more famous markets like Winter Wonderland or Southbank's Centre

01:08Christmas Offerings. Spitterfields Christmas market is a low-key, authentic

01:13and incredibly welcoming. The cobbled streets and the market's iconic

01:17Victorian architecture set the scene while twinkling lights add just the

01:22right amount of seasonal cheer without feeling overdone. And the food scene here

01:28is another Christmas highlight. Artisan food stalls tempt you with seasonal

01:32offerings, roasted chestnuts, mulled wine and hot chocolate alongside more

01:38inventive dishes like gourmet tacos, wood-fired pizzas and even Christmas

01:43styled burgers. Spitterfields may not have the grandeur of some of the other

01:48Christmas markets but that's part of its appeal. It's the kind of place you can

01:51wander aimlessly, find something unique whether that's presents or food. For more

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