The Pannier Market

The arches of the Pannier Market have been open as a weekly market since 1672. This image shows customers buying vegetables, flowers and eggs – these markets serve as places of community. Now more than ever they represent a sustainable and climate conscious consumer. If you could trade anything at your own stall, what would you sell? If the market is open when you visit, go in and investigate the range of stalls available today!

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The photo captures a busy bustling Pannier Market in Barnstaple, which has been held weekly since 1672. The market has sold things such as fish, corn and butcher’s produce all the way to crafts and antiques! The market’s history can be further explored at North Devon Council’s website. If there is a market happening the day you visit, be sure to look around! 

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The pannier market can be accessed in many ways – it has now changed to incorporate a road that goes through the pannier market. Which direction was this photo taken in – can you match it?

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The butchers are busy preparing and drying meats demonstrating their craftmanship. Posters displayed on the windows advertise offers such as £10 for 4lb (pounds) of fillet steak! The stained-glass windows that adorn the outside of the Butcher’s shop are curved windowpanes which allow for a full view inside the shop. What immediately draws your eye – the building or the content?

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