SEE: COLUMBIA ROAD FLOWER MARKET

24 Mar 2014

The Columbia Road Flower Market is located in East London off Hackney Road. It is only open on Sundays from 8AM to 3PM, so keep in mind, it WILL be madness. Columbia Road is quite narrow to begin with, but add flower vendors on both sides of the street and Londoners walking in opposite directions, you get quite. the. cluster. There is very little room to move around once you enter the market. I found it a bit claustrophobic; I desperately wanted to use my elbows, but trust me, it's worth it in the end.

Fresh flowers are available all over London, but the Columbia Road Flower Market is your one stop shop for bulbs, fresh herbs, seeds, fruit trees, plants, shrubs, bedding and more, all for a reasonable price. Most of the stalls have some sort of deal for three bunches for £10, or three for £5 depending on the flower, regardless, you will find a deal that works for your budget.

Though Columbia Road is known mostly for its foliage, there is also an array of pubs, cafes, restaurants and vintage street shops to appeal to any taste. Between the fragrant scent of fresh flowers, the open air and the lingering sound of a relaxing tune, it is easy to walk around with a smile on your face. In my opinion, it's the perfect way to start your Sunday morning!

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