Oxford Covered Market

Located right in the heart of Oxford city centre, the world famous Oxford Covered Market is home to over 50 specialist independent traders, each selling their own unique variety of goods, as well as offering a wide selection of cafes and bars. The Market is a hidden gem for lots of Oxford shoppers, shopping for that not so high street item.

The market dates back to the 1770s and has become famous for being one of the oldest continually operating markets in the country. Celebrating it 250 years in 2024, this Georgian market is more than a retail hot spot, it more of an attraction. While visiting be sure to look up and marvel at the historic roof.

There’s always something happening in the market from the latest seasonal offerings to bespoke experiences such as tastings, knitting classes, soap making and even walking on the moon. The main central area often turns into an events space too. See the website for the latest updates and the market events.

To celebrate their big 2-5-0 they’ve decided to dedicate the whole of 2024 to the 250th Anniversary.  When you visit you’ll see the market is now bursting with 250th Anniversary bunting sporting a special Anniversary edition Covered Market logo, and they’ve got brand new Anniversary banners over all the entrances to welcome regulars and new visitors to the market.

Throughout the year the market will be offering a whole host of 250th-themed celebration events and activities in collaboration with the traders. Later in the year we’ll be hosting a super exciting 250th birthday party, so make sure you check the website for further details.

In addition they’ll be rolling out all kinds of 250th-related activities and historic facts and discoveries celebrating how the Oxford Covered Market has evolved over its long and fruitful history.

You’ll find events details, a gallery of their latest discoveries and links to all kinds of historic information on the website, so you can learn more about the market’s history, and the plans to ensure this historic hub continues to thrive well into the future.