Welcome to Norwich market online

Norwich Market is unique in Britain. It boasts over 190 stalls and is the largest Monday-to-Saturday open market in the country. There’s been a market in Norwich since Saxon times and it’s been on its current site longer than any of the buildings that surround it.

Originally the market was held in Tombland, in the open space now occupied by café terraces. This ancient market was displaced when the Normans began to build the Cathedral, and so, for more than 900 years, the market has been bustling on its current site, on a slight slope facing the Castle.

The market has been refurbished a number of times through the years with the latest refurbishment completed in 2006.

Click here to read more on the history of Norwich Market

Norwich Market Research Report

The Norwich Market research report has been released to inform Norwich City Council’s new marketing initiative for the Provision Market. More specifically:

  • Identify changes and improvements which could drive a new marketing initiative.
  • To assess the extent to which the Provision Market satisfies the needs of shoppers.
  • To investigate whether there is demand amongst locals and visitors for more specialist stalls and new kinds of traders.
  • To investigate shopper attitudes towards, and usage of, the ancillary markets.
  • To identify the real issues and concerns of market traders.
  • To evaluate ways of optimising the back of the market.

Download the Norwich Market Traders Combined Report in PDF format (1 MB)

Download the Norwich Market Shoppers Survey Report in PDF format (855 KB)

WHAT CAN YOU BUY ON THE MARKET?

You'll be amazed at what you can find on Norwich Market – from essential food stalls like the fishmongers, butchers, cheesemongers, to the more traditional fruit and veg, second hand records, books, clothes, refreshments, specialist hair care products, wool... and even the more unique like fudge, traditional ice cream and even a mushroom stall... the list is almost endless. Here’s just a taster…why not explore and see what you can find?

Click here to find out exactly the kinds of things you will find on the market

Here's a tiny selection of what you can find...

...and reasons traders think you should shop on NORWICH MARKET...

"We specialise in local, seasonal produce. Come and visit the market to be served by the proprietors always willing to give a personal service, good tips and advice on their goods"
Mel Taylor, Stalls No. 90/105

"We sell beautiful Indian clothes and jewellery and also do repairs, alterations and tailoring. On the market you can find anything you could want to buy"
Mr Singh, Stalls No. 110/111

"We sell traditional Aldous ices creams, made with fresh milk and gourmet fresh cream, and Norfolk County ice creams - winners of nine gold awards. Try our delicious flavours!".
Mrs Coughlan, Stall No. 8

"We offer music and alternative clothing and accessories. Visit us to keep up with the trends and fashions in music and clothes".
Murray Walker, Stalls No. 126/127

"We sell handmade, cream and butter fudge made fresh on the stall, as well as traditional old fashioned sweets. There's something for everyone"
Caroline Block, Stalls No. 50/51

"35 years of trading is testament to the quality of goods and service that I offer. Come here for honest, expert advice"
Barry Read, Stalls No. 154/161

"I sell newspapers, sweets, cigarettes and Norwich and UK souvenirs. Shop on the market and support your local businesses".
Chris Lancaster, Stall No. 179 + 182/183

"We specialise in pet goods and fishing bait and tackle. I've seen 35 years of change on the market and what a change for the good! Fantastic atmosphere, fantastic prices, fantastic people at the city's hub".
Joe Silvester, Stalls No. 169