The market place was a critical part of the economy of Medieval society and the redevelopment of Leadenhall Market clearly shows this. Coxton took the original manor house, lifted it to two stories and created a large rectangular space complete with a public granary and massive storage rooms.
Maybe this was a necessary precaution against attack and siege. The building was capable of being defended as it included battlements and turrets. Such a building meant that all trade, which had previously taken place outside in the streets, was now brought inside the building. These were unsettled times, civil unrest was never far away and failure of harvests threatened food security.
In this period, King Henry VI became the focus of discontent in the nation, as population, agricultural production, prices, wool trade and credit declined. The Great Slump was a turn down in the economy which took place against a wider trading crisis in Northern Europe. Money supply was threatened driven by shortages of silver and this caused a breakdown in trade. It was also driven by multiple harvest failures in the s and disease amongst livestock, that drove up the price of food and damaged the wider economy.
The fortification of Leadenhall Market in the City of London should be seen against these economic conditions and it seems to have a very prudent step to take. In Jack Cade led a popular revolt against the King and marched on London. Leadenhall Market survived these troubled times and through prudent measures saw growth not just in the size of the market but in the range of products being sold.
By , all manner of dairy products, cheese, milk, butter, eggs were being sold alongside poultry, meats, grains, leather and metal ware.
In terms of status it had become one of the most important markets in Medieval London. The rise in population and the development of the Port of London brought trade from all over. Such a medley of life would have made Leadenhall Market a focus for much more than just market opportunities and performers of all kinds would have appeared alongside the crowds of traders and customers. In later centuries the market was the venue for festivals and shows. It operated on many levels and was an important and integral part of the surrounding community.
It seems that the fire that raged at the City of London in , did on the 5th September reach the walls of Leadenhall Market but as Thomas Vincent , an eye witness to the fire describes;. It is a hidden gem — both outdoors and covered — with rich heritage and stunning architecture dating back to the 14th century.
Fine-dining and family-friendly; award-winning pubs, restaurants and more. Fabulous fashion, divine drinks, cheerful cheesemongers and many more. Meet our retailers. Get to know the faces behind the facades. Independent family owned specialist drinks retailer. Grand old bar and dining room. An independent family owned retail watch and jewellery business. Pioneering parfumerie Maison. Leadenhall Market began life as a forum in the centre of Roman London and there has been a market on the site since the 14th century.
This year, Leadenhall Market marks its th anniversary. Dating back to , the market, set in the heart of the City of London, has been a destination for Londoners since Roman times. Leadenhall Market is an airy covered market in the centre of the Square Mile.
Full to the brim with shops, pubs, bars and restaurants, the 14th-century market welcomes thousands of Londoners on a daily basis. Formerly a meat market, Leadenhall Market is a historic landmark in the City of London and has been built and rebuilt many times: it even survived the Great Fire of London. You can find shops in abundance at Leadenhall Market. Most areas of the market are open throughout the week; however, shops and restaurant opening times are specific to each retailer.
On top of celebrating its th birthday, Leadenhall Market is home to a whole host of events, talks, installations and concerts throughout the year. You can also hire event space for weddings, receptions, shows and other events. Leadenhall Market once had a resident goose.
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