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Best Outdoor Markets in Birmingham

Sep 11, 2024
Markets in Birmingham
On the hunt for some rare finds? Visit Birmingham's outdoor markets, and you won’t be disappointed. As the UK’s second-largest city, this West Midlands hub has plenty to offer, whether you're after local delicacies, vintage clothing or quirky gifts.

Below, we’ve rounded up the best Birmingham markets to help you make the most of your time in the city.

Key Takeaways

1. Bullring Rag Market:
  • Offers fabrics, fashion items, vintage clothes, gifts, and household goods.
  • Around 350 stalls operate 4 days a week.
2. Frankfurt Christmas Market Birmingham:
  • The largest German market in the UK.
  • Purchase gifts, festive snacks, and German goods.
  • Runs from mid-November through December, attracting millions of visitors.
3. Bullring Open Market:
  • One of Birmingham’s oldest markets (around 850 years old).
  • Browse fresh fruit and produce at approximately 130 stalls.
4. Moseley Farmers’ Market:
  • Features genuinely local beers, wines, and street food.
5. Hoggs Lane Car Boot Sale:
  • A popular car boot sale for bargain hunters.

1. Birmingham Rag Market 

Opening times: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 09:00-17:00, and Saturday 09:00-17:30
Address: 50 Edgbaston St, Birmingham B5 4RQ
 
Home to over 300 stalls, the Birmingham Rag Market is a firm favourite among visitors and locals. Here, you’ll find everything from gifts and household goods to retro clothing. When you’ve finished shopping, treat yourself to some delicious street food from one of the stalls. 
 
The Birmingham Rag Market is just a 7-minute walk from Birmingham Moor Street station – hop on a train there to start your shopping spree. Saturday is usually the market’s busiest day, so we recommend visiting earlier in the week if you want to avoid the large crowds. 
 

2. Bullring Open Market

Opening times: Tuesday to Friday 09:00-17:00, Saturday 09:00-17:30
Address: 5BB Edgbaston St, Birmingham B5 4RB
 
Next up on our list of the best Birmingham markets is the Bullring Open Market. Only a stone’s throw from the Birmingham Rag Market, this 130-stall venue has been active for 850 years and sells fresh local produce, including fruit, vegetables and other delicacies.
 
When you’ve finished browsing, why not head to the Bullring for a bite to eat or check out more of Birmingham’s attractions? 
 

3. Bullring Indoor Market 

Opening times: Monday to Saturday 09:00-17:30
Address: 50 Edgbaston Street, Birmingham, B5 4RQ
 
The Bullring Indoor Market is one of the UK’s largest fish markets, selling a wide range of fresh seafood. You can also browse other items like clothing, household goods and exotic fruit and vegetables. The market is just a short walk from Birmingham New Street station and the Birmingham Rag Market. 
 

4. Kings Heath Farmers’ Market

Opening times: The first Saturday of the month 09:00-14:00
Address: Kings Heath Village Square, Birmingham B14 7RA
 
Small but mighty, Kings Heath Farmers’ Market is the perfect option for foodies. Soak up the atmosphere and browse delicious food products from artisan producers and local farmers, including fresh fruit and vegetables, bread, cakes, eggs and cheese. The market is a 20-minute drive from New Street station, making it accessible from Birmingham city centre. 
 

5. Frankfurt Christmas Market 

Opening times: The Frankfurt Christmas Market is held annually in November and December. Visit the website for more information about opening times. 
Address: Victoria Square, Birmingham B3 3AA
 
Visiting Birmingham at Christmastime? Don’t miss the Frankfurt Christmas Market – the largest authentic German Christmas market outside of Austria or Germany! Featuring a range of gift and food stalls, visiting this central Birmingham market is the perfect way to get into the festive spirit. From pretzels and roasted almonds to Bratwurst (German sausage) and Glühwein (mulled wine), you can sample a variety of mouth-watering snacks and drinks. 
 
The market usually runs from mid-November to December, giving you plenty of time to plan a trip. Most of the stalls are in Victoria Square and along New Street, just a 5-minute walk from New Street station. 
 

6. Red Brick Market 

Opening times: Monday to Saturday 10:00-18:00, Sunday 11:00-18:00
Address: Red Brick Market, 119 Floodgate St, Deritend, Birmingham B5 5SU
 
Head to Red Brick Market to discover a host of goods from local independent creatives. This market is open seven days a week and provides a unique shopping experience in the heart of Digbeth. Set out across a warehouse, visitors can browse everything from sustainable clothing to antiques and homeware products. There’s also a café to rest and refuel. 
 

7. Moseley Farmers’ Flea Market 

Opening times: The last Saturday of the month 09:00-14:00
Address: Alcester Rd, Moseley, Birmingham B13 8HS
 
Taking place on the last Saturday of each month, this farmers’ market in Birmingham has something for everyone. You’ll find over 60 stalls displaying a huge selection of produce, from cheese and pies to fruit and vegetables. Held in the centre of Moseley, it has been crowned the "best farmers' market" in 2009, 2012, 2016 and 2023 by the FARMA Local Food Awards, so be sure to mark the date on your calendar!
 
The Moseley Arts Market is held at the same time as the Farmers’ Market. Head here to browse traditional and contemporary crafts from local artists. 
 
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