The Portobello Road: The Most FAMOUS Antiques Market in London

[@LondonVisited]

In this video we take a Saturday trip to the UK's biggest antiques market at the Portobello Road in Notting Hill. We go and find why this is one of London's most popular markets and see what is available. Join us for a tour and some history on the Portobello Market... Join this channel to get access to perks: kzbin.info/door/it1-VGh0IqfOO7wt0DKq0Qjoin 0:00 Welcome to the video 0:07 Map of Portobello Road 0:47 Section 1 - Pastel Houses 2:38 Section 2 - Antiques Market 3:39 Mr Grubers Antique Shop (Paddington) 9:31 Section 3 - Fruit, Veg, Food & Flower Market 11:38 Section 4 - Vintage Clothing & Food Choice 17:19 Blenheim Crescent 18:17 Notting Hill Bookshop (Move Notting Hill based on) 19:36 Elgin Crescent We hope you enjoyed this video. Have you been here before or do you have your own hidden little treasure in London you’d like to share? If so please let us know in the comments below.

[@christinegeltner9729]

This was my childhood Saturday market. We lived at Telford Road, in the early fifties. The fruit, vegetable, and fish stalls are still fixed in my memories. The sights, stands, smells, and noise are a part of me. ❤

[@LondonVisited]

The smell of fresh strawberries on a market takes me straight back to Portobello. I have it in the diary to go back and film again in the next 6 months - let me know if you can think of any places additionally to cover. Thanks for watching and commenting :)

[@myhappynest6125]

Oh my goodness…I bought so many wonderful things in Portobello market while living in London in the early 90’s. I was so happy to see the Tea Pot hanging up on a stall. Thank you so much for this video. It brought back many happy memories. 😍

[@LondonVisited]

fantastic, such a variety down there of things to buy. I worked on the street in the early 90's and it still has it's character from then. Thanks so much for watching and commenting :)

[@carramplona]

Thank you, I enjoyed the trip very much!

[@billcoley6561]

Absolutely fabulous! More please.

[@steverennie5787]

Second time I've seen this video... Love seeing all the pricey antiques, not-so-pricey antiques, fake looking antiques and other bric-a-brac --- and of course all the tasty food. Great video and thanks for showing us! 'til next time...

[@CarolanneTitmus-Greene]

My favourite stalls are antique jewelry and silver.

[@philipnestor5034]

Great video. I started going to Portobello Rd back in 1966 when I was 13. And my parents would visit family in London.I was collecting old 78 rpm records and gramophones. I would save up money from summer jobs and go buy a Edison cylinder machine or gramophone or even old radios and crystal sets. I still have them and I’m thinking of starting to sell some of them. I also collect old snare drums and drum sets since I’m a drummer and still playing at 71. I haven’t then there in probably 40 years and miss it ( and London in general) since I live in New York. I’m going this coming October to see a cousin and hope I have time to visit it and other areas or London that have antique markets.

[@LondonVisited]

Thank you so much for sharing and I wonder how much that collection is worth now! Have a fantastic journey whenmyouncome over this month and hope you get back there 👍😀

[@maurakennedy5952]

don't see people buying all looking just looking some of the houses are lovely thanks for video

[@intuitionj9394]

looking forward to be visiting this place thankyou

[@bills1779]

Fantastically amazing!! Great walkabout 🇬🇧🇬🇧🎊🇬🇧💯🇬🇧

[@michaeldaruwalla8717]

Besides the commentary, the background music was at the right volume and the selection was most apt.

[@joyowen607]

Wow... thanks so much for all the tips and the areas that I'll now hit and miss. What a great video!

[@LondonVisited]

Thanks so much for watching and commenting, have fun there :)

[@grantmail4112]

Enjoyed looking around 👍

[@esthersantiago7152]

I love this tour. I would be interested in vintage clothing and vintage jewelry.

[@LondonVisited]

Thanks for letting me know, as maybe going here again soon so will make sure I note this down! Thanks :)

[@neilpmeads]

Really interesting look around, didn't realise it was so colourful and had such a variety of shops and stalls.

[@LondonVisited]

Thanks Neil, quite a variety!

[@Wisdom-Nuggets-Tid-Bits]

How awesome! Notting Hill. I did not see the movie, but the book shop looks beautiful. But never heard of Portobello Road. Lovely bright colored houses with great history. I just love the beautiful brick walls and the trees and bushes lining the homes. I love that bright yellow cafe. wonderful. The shops look like so much fun. Just look at that cute tea pot at 5:26. Bravo, Admiral Vernon! I always liked Hugh Grant - especially in his period pieces with Emma Thompson. I never ever liked Julia Roberts! Ugh. Loved this video and thank you for all the details I learned of the areas. Yumm Yumm food court! I would love to try the many varieties. Yes, the art work with the x-Ray person reaching for the painting is quirky and cute. So note to self - look up! LOL Blessings.

[@LondonVisited]

It's a place where you really don't know what you'll find each time you go and then find something quite unexpected. Lovely coloured houses and always looking up in London, although can cause a few accidents 😂👍😀

[@Oxford322]

I went to see this my first London visit ; was SO EXCITED but only saw lots of old clothes! And junk! I was so disappointed bc I had even chosen to stay near the portobello road . I now see you have an entire antiques area. Going back July 1 and def gonna make a trip . (Oh your film is fine to me , not “ jerky “ I’m particularly fond of the minute list of what is where ! I think younger people now expect perfection from AI now not simply a human

[@LondonVisited]

Yes, head for that antiques bit and its always so interesting down there. Thanks also for letting me know your thoughts about the filming, appreciated :)

[@IndieAnnieJones1]

P oh my goodness! How did I miss this video? I have to catch up with so many. Thanks for always taking the time to make such beautiful traveling. Vlogs to keep us in touch with all the wonderful things to do in your area

[@LondonVisited]

many many congrats on hitting the 10K - more than deserved!!!!! Well done

[@dianemiller3081]

This market was also in the movie bedknobs and broomsticks.

[@aloh2192]

Very interesting and helpful. It would be nicer if the video was a bit more stabilized. Slightly dizzy.

[@_hxney.6331]

I live here, and ppl filming my house and taking photos is the norm!

[@LondonVisited]

Got to ask the question but do you ever photobomb them? I'd be so tempted to appear at the window 😂😂😂 Lovely houses on the Portobello Road....

[@abigailgerlach5443]

Thanks for a great tour. I look forward to seeing it for myself soon. I collect blown glass animals, tea pots, scarves, and rediculous socks. I'm an eclectic shopaholic! Lol

[@LondonVisited]

Love that title,might have to use that one - brilliant! When are you going to the market?

[@abigailgerlach5443]

I'm hoping to get to London in July or August of 2023. It depends on how hard I work between now and then! Lol

[@invacanza]

This is an excellent video. I think you're going to find that this is the video that makes your channel views explode.

[@LondonVisited]

Thanks very much for the kind comments, really appreciated

[@hasseelmerson]

Nice program and it makes me come to London again (if I dare) Greetings from sunny Stockholm

[@LondonVisited]

Greetings Hasse, thanks so much for watching and also commenting, really appreciate it :)

[@Havanacuba1985]

That was great

[@audreyfoster1695]

I lived at Sutherland Place not too far from Portobello. My school was very near

[@LondonVisited]

Not far at all :)

[@raynorris3466]

I collect dolls,paintings,furniture and sliver , crystal all kinds of things I’m about to open my own art museum soon

[@LondonVisited]

Fantastic and wish you every success with it. The Portobello Market is open on Saturdays. Good luck and all the best with it in 2023 :)

[@raynorris3466]

@@LondonVisited thank you so much I was wondering could we do a video together when I come visit it be so kool and awesome I love your videos be kool to see what I pick out and buy

[@LondonVisited]

Hi Ray, what a fantastic idea - would love to do that. If we can sort when you'd like to do that we can go into a number of places and film what you're getting. When were you thinking?

[@raynorris3466]

@@LondonVisited oh ok so awesome

[@MrPatrick1414]

Loved it there...bought a vintage football!

[@LondonVisited]

One of those one you'd head, then suffer concussion? :)

[@MrPatrick1414]

@@LondonVisited Yes.. and even worst if you head it on the laces

[@christygreene8362]

I was there in April and just loved it!

[@LondonVisited]

Fantastic, did you buy anything?

[@christygreene8362]

@@LondonVisited yes! some vintage items and will go back next Feb!

[@LondonVisited]

@@christygreene8362 That's great and hopeful a nice crisp Feb morning

[@darcyswanson7287]

nice. I want to visit!!

[@slinkysmom5674]

I love my earrings I bought in the marketplace. I didn’t realize there was a downstairs 😳 Next time!

[@LondonVisited]

Always until the next visit :)

[@hdwoodshop]

I’m interested in vintage or antique woodworking tools. Do you remember setting tools like that in your meanderings? Interesting video. Thank you for posting…planning to visit in June.

[@LondonVisited]

No, sorry I don't and a great (and warmer) time to visit, enjoy :)

[@raynorris3466]

Wow very nice when is this place open

[@jeffmartin1328]

Hello. My husband and I collect EAPG which is Early American Pattern Glass. We have a nice collection but are always looking for more.

[@LondonVisited]

I would guess with all the antique shops that there must be some there. Thanks so much for watching and commenting :)

[@Sparkledash1]

Portobello Road, Portobello Road Street where the riches of ages are stowed Anything and everything a chap can unload Is sold off the barrow in Portobello Road You'll find what you want in the Portobello Road

[@LondonVisited]

Portobello Road, Portobello Road Street where the riches of ages are stowed Artifacts to glorify our regal abode Are hidden in the flotsam in Portobello Road

[@MChantal76]

"Bedknobs and Broomsticks" was the first time I heard about Portobello Road when I was a kid. Ever since then, I've always wanted to visit this place! 🤩🤩🤩

[@LondonVisited]

@@MChantal76 😂😂😂

[@susanharris5926]

I don't know why it is considered an antiques market because all I saw in your film were clothes, jewelry, food, artwork, etc. I didn't see any antiques in the street area at all. Even the "antique" section seemed to be just second hand clothes. When I lived there in there in the late 60s and early 70s, it was indeed an antiques market with stalls selling nothing else but antiques and bric a brac and the shops down there were also nearly all antique or picture galleries. They seem to be clothes or food shops now. It has definitely morphed.

[@LAURASILVA-o3e]

I believe the content is really informative but plz plz start using a steady camera bc I couldn’t finish watching due to my vertigo. 😢

[@LondonVisited]

Have done since, thanks :)

[@LAURASILVA-o3e]

@@LondonVisited thank u for responding. I will look forward to watching more videos.

[@lesleysmith51]

Wonderful Sunday 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️as always. (Not sure what happened yesterday) I love watching it drinking my coffee. If I went there I would have to have unlimited money 💰and a lorry behind me. You can get everything you dream about. I had a raw oyster once in France and it was awful 😫 so I would avoid that stall. I prefer China ware as it needs doesn't need polishing. The thing with the silver is that it's more substantial. I would eat so much too. I like the pastel colors of the houses but not the really bright ones.it makes me very wistful. Thank you for such a great post. Did you have anything to eat there ?

[@lesleysmith51]

Did you eat anything ? Did you see my main post. I am concerned you would think I hadn't done one when I always do.

[@LondonVisited]

Hi Lesley, thanks for letting me know and I was thinking you must be busy as no comment as usual, but I have just found it in the comments held for review - how weird is that!!!!! So pleased you saw it and yes so much you could get! China is more delicate but a daily polish of the silver would keep it in check :) No I didnt eat there, thought about it but then wizzed to Brick lane to film the Saturday market there for a future video! Glad to find your comment and thanks as always Lesley, Steve

[@videoartecuador]

pretty useful video. Could you please tell me in whih month of the year it was? I want to gigure out about what to wear. Thank you.

[@LondonVisited]

Hi there, yes was filmed in February so a cold winter's morning 👍😀

[@pauleeomandrew4662]

At 10:08 there’s a vintage store behind yellow tent. Does anyone know what this store is called?

[@LondonVisited]

Yes it's called Goldsmith Vintage Clothes Shop and it's 176 Portobello Road - hope that helps :)

[@tawnykeith1684]

At 9:22 a banksy is mentioned. Can you give more detail on what that is? I'm ignorant about this and the rats underneath? Thank you

[@LondonVisited]

Hi there, thanks for watching the video and yes Banksy - he is a street artist that has remained unknown, yes his work can sell for millions. I've linked a video on his exhibition and a general video about him. Thanks again The art - kzbin.info/www/bejne/bp3UZ3uqqLOGfrs Who is Banksy - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqDIZIGkatuoeMk

[@ephemerabluetit335]

I collect egg cups.

[@CasperLCat]

What’s with the tragic music at the start ?

[@gyulyus]

Nice comments and suggestions. You move your camera too fast. Result:. very unpleasant. Watch other videos of your colleagues for inspiration. Cheers!

[@paulabennett4788]

What happened to all the Antique dealers? I don't see so many now. 😢😢😢

[@LondonVisited]

Yes less & less as the market spreads more into other things :)

[@robertgregson9333]

any autograph stalls

[@LondonVisited]

I don't remember seeing any, but doesn't mean there isn't 👍😄

[@robertgregson9333]

film if you do @@LondonVisited

[@juneturner8406]

Really hard to watch.slow down.

[@muthuselvisidhanathan6702]

Shaky camera

[@allisonbaughman5448]

Old bottles

[@christinadegand7634]

You show anything but the antiques

[@strichenantiquesscotland4567]

This place could bankrupt us!!

[@LondonVisited]

Could well do!!! :)

[@maximhollandnederlandthene7640]

Its not as it was before 😒

[@vbee3571]

I wanted to see this very badly, but your camera work was so rushed and erratic things could hardly be seen. Just as your camera focused, you were off on something else. It was just all a blur. 😵‍💫

[@LondonVisited]

Thanks for watching

[@jamesjennell93]

This is ridiculous,it's supposed to a video about antiques l didn't see one !!!! Why did you bother

[@LondonVisited]

😂😂😂

[@verenamaharajah6082]

Didn’t see any genuine antiques. Only reproductions and a lot of tat. But the food looks nice.

[@naomiweaver1855]

Had to stop watching because of the dizzying camera.

[@albertmorris6162]

I wasn't impressed by any of it. It is nothing like the "road" I knew as a boy. It looks more like a carboot sale full of pure junk.

[@LondonVisited]

Thanks for watching 👍

[@brianbanks703]

He was 'George Orwell' i.e. Eric Blair. Some surprising lack of basic knowledge here. Photo opportunities, OMG, have some self-respect for god's sake

[@LondonVisited]

Thanks for stopping by and watching

[@kevinchambers1101]

I wouldn't call this an antique market as much as a flea market.