Barnet Market facts for kids
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| Location | High Barnet, Barnet, Greater London |
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| Coordinates | 51°39′23″N 0°12′10″W / 51.6563°N 0.2029°W |
| Address | Chipping Close |
| Opening date | 1199 (charter) |
| Management | Barnet Market Ltd |
| Owner | Aberdeen City Council |
| Environment | Outdoor |
| Goods sold | General goods |
| Days normally open | Wednesday, Saturday |
| Number of tenants | 50 |
Barnet Market is a lively weekly market located in High Barnet, London. It's a fun place where you can find all sorts of interesting things! This market has been around for a very long time, making it a special part of the local community.
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A Look at Barnet Market's Past
How the Market Began
Barnet Market started a very long time ago, on August 23, 1199. This was when King John gave a special permission document, called a Charter. This Charter allowed the market to be held in Barnet. It was given to the local leader, the Abbot of St. Albans, John de Cella. This old document is one of the earliest records of a market ever!
New Charters and Horse Fairs
Centuries later, on February 6, 1588, Queen Elizabeth I issued a new Charter for Barnet Market. This new permission also allowed a famous event called the Barnet Horse Fair to take place. This fair was a big deal for buying and selling horses.
Why "Chipping Barnet"?
The town of High Barnet is sometimes called Chipping Barnet. The word "Chipping" actually means "market" in old English. So, the name "Chipping Barnet" is a direct nod to the market's long history and importance in the town.
Moving Around Town
In 2008, Barnet Market had to move to a temporary spot. This was because there were plans to build a new market area. However, those plans didn't happen. So, in 2010, the market moved back to its original location. More recently, in 2019, the land where the market is held was bought by the Aberdeen City Council.
What You'll Find at Barnet Market Today
Barnet Market is still a busy place! It has about 50 different stalls. You can visit the market on Wednesdays and Saturdays to explore all the goods on offer. It's a great spot to find unique items and experience a piece of local history.
