850-Year-Old Smithfield Meat Market in London to Close
The historic site in Britain’s capital has been a market for centuries. The local authority voted this week to close it.
28 Nov 11:57 · NY Times
London's 11th century fish, meat markets to close after 1,000 years in business
The Billingsgate fish market and the Smithfield meat market have both existed in some shape or form since the 11th century. Charles Dickens described Smithfield as a centre of “filth and mire", referencing the market in both ”Oliver Twist” and “Great Expectations”.
28 Nov 03:00 · India Today
London’s historic Smithfield and Billingsgate markets are closing for good
The 850-year-old fish and meat markets are due to close by 2028.
27 Nov 12:07 · Time Out London
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