Darlington Market boasts an excellent offering of independently owned bars, cafes, street food stalls, and small retail businesses. There’s a lot more on offer than just food however! There is truly something for everyone in Darlington Market. If you are into crafts, comics, pets, vinyls, fashion or beauty there will be something to catch the eye on our weekly outdoor markets (Mon, Fri & Sat), and our specialist event markets (keep an eye on What’s On and our Socials). Independent businesses are the backbone of a community, when you EAT, DRINK, and SHOP locally, you are directly supporting the people who own and run the business.
History
Markets in Darlington have a heritage going back to medieval times. Through the ages they have supported the growth of the town, which developed from weaving wool and leather making, dyeing material brought down from Scotland and then to engineering for the railway industry. The Town prospered under the influence of local Quakers and in 1860 the Grade II listed Victorian Market Hall was built which opened for trade three years later. The Market sits alongside the famous Clock Tower, which at the time housed the sister bells to Big Ben.
New home for aspiring businesses
Darlington Market is becoming the home to new products and micro businesses, continuing to provide locally sourced fresh food but increasingly offering that more cosmopolitan experience delivered in the main by as many aspirational local businesses as we can make time (and room) for. We are at the start of something visionary and exciting here. The market will become a focal point for the people of Darlington young and old, and as we develop our plans and ideas we would love to have you Join Us
