2024

ST GEORGE'S MARKET

Markets

This Victorian red brick covered market is the largest in Ireland. The original 1890 building was enlarged after it was bombed during World War II by the Germans. The entrance consists of three large Romanesque arches with inscriptions in Irish and Latin. Renovated in the 1990s, the market reopened in 1999. Since then it has been rated as one of the best markets in the UK. It brings together local producers and artisans from all communities. Concerts are also organized or evenings such as New Year's Eve. On Fridays, the market is made up of stalls selling second-hand books, antiques, second-hand clothes, fruit and vegetables and also a large selection of fish and seafood, all of which are fresh. On Saturdays, there is a nice selection of local cheeses, meats, fish and vegetables, often organically farmed. The Sunday market is a mix of the Friday and Saturday stalls. Delicious dishes cooked in front of you are also offered. It's a great place to have lunch on the go while listening to a local band. It is truly one of the most typical and warm experiences in Belfast. For the addresses, don't miss the Belfast BapCo, made of bread, bacon and sausages... In short, only fat, but it is very good and prepared in front of you! To ease your conscience afterwards, sip a fruity smoothie from Dabo Smoothies.

Read more