St George’s Market
St George’s Market is one of Belfast’s oldest attractions. It was built between 1890 and 1896 and is
one of the best markets in the UK and Ireland.
It has been voted:
- one of the best places in the UK to buy fresh, local produce in 2008 by members of The Camping and Caravanning Club as part of a nationwide 'Eat Local' survey, in association with Calor.
- one of the top five UK markets in 2006 by the National Association of British Market Authorities.
- Most Atmospheric Market in the UK in 2006 by the Observer newspaper.
- third Best Food Market in the UK in the Observer’s Waitrose Food Awards 2004.
Since its £4.5m refurbishment in 1997, this charming Victorian building offers one of the most vibrant and colorful events that Belfast has to offer.
As well as being home to some of the finest fresh produce this country has to offer, St George’s Market is now also a prime venue for:
- craft and antique markets
- exhibitions
- concerts
- boxing events
- fashion shows.
Weekly markets
The Variety Market opens at 6am every Friday and runs until approximately 1pm. A range of products are sold at the market including food, antiques and clothes.The City Food and Garden Market takes place every Saturday from 9am until 3pm. The market offers a huge range of local, continental and speciality foods.
- Find out more information about the Friday Variety Market
- Find out more information about the City Food and Garden Market
The Oxford Exchange
In addition to the large stallage area the market also contains six retail outlets and one of Belfast’s best restaurants, The Oxford Exchange. It is situated on the first floor mezzanine area and is accessed via the Oxford Street entrance. It is open 12 noon to 1am daily.Contact Us
Markets SectionDevelopment Department
Belfast City Council
Cecil Ward Building
4-10 Linenhall Street
Belfast
BT2 8BP
Tel: 028 9032 0202
Fax: 028 9027 0501
email: markets@belfastcity.gov.uk
