Photo: Courtesy of the market
Cotall Street Market
Cotall Street Market is a community-driven Saturday market in the heart of Poplar, east London, launched by local arts charity Poplar Union. Set on the open square at Cotall Street, just behind the Poplar Union venue, it brings together independent traders, makers and food vendors. The market was created to give entrepreneurs, artisans and community groups an affordable weekly platform while supporting the charity's wider arts and community work in Tower Hamlets.
Opening times
Cotall Street Market runs every Saturday from 10am to 4pm. It is held outdoors on the square at Cotall Street, next to the Poplar Union venue. Trading days and times are set by Poplar Union, so it is worth checking their website before a special trip.
What's on the stalls
The market mixes street food and fresh produce with crafts and cultural goods. Poplar Union actively recruits food vendors, artisans and makers, fresh produce suppliers, and local businesses and community groups. The line-up changes week to week and leans towards local, independent and sustainable traders rather than a fixed set of stalls.
Around the market / getting there
The market sits on Cotall Street in Poplar, Tower Hamlets, postcode E14 6TL, a short walk from Poplar DLR station and close to All Saints DLR. Canary Wharf and its Underground and Elizabeth line connections are also within walking distance. The site is an open public square beside the Poplar Union arts venue, surrounded by new residential blocks.
Common questions
- What are Cotall Street Market opening times?
- Cotall Street Market is open every Saturday from 10am to 4pm, on the square at Cotall Street in Poplar.
- Is Cotall Street Market free?
- Yes, entry is free. You only pay for any food, produce or crafts you choose to buy from the traders.
- What is the best time to visit Cotall Street Market?
- Late morning on a Saturday, soon after the 10am opening, is a good time to browse while stalls are fully stocked and before the lunchtime food crowd.
- Where is Cotall Street Market?
- It is on Cotall Street in Poplar, Tower Hamlets, east London, postcode E14 6TL, beside the Poplar Union venue and a short walk from Poplar DLR station.
Other markets nearby
- Stepney Farmers' Market Stepney
- Roman Road Market Bow, Tower Hamlets
- Globe Town Market Square Bethnal Green, Tower Hamlets
- Watney Market Shadwell, Tower Hamlets
- Victoria Park Market Victoria Park, Hackney
- Whitechapel Market Whitechapel, Tower Hamlets