Discover fresh local produce, vibrant stalls, and community shopping at the Shirley Traditional Weekly Street Market, running every Thursday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM along Shirley High Street, Southampton! Operating 52 weeks of the year in a bustling suburb just off the main route into the city centre, this year-round outdoor market brings together high-quality local produce, fashion, accessories, footwear, fresh flowers, plants, and sweets to supplement and complement the surrounding high street shops.
Shirley Street Market Trading Days & Opening Hours
Weekly schedule and operational hours along Shirley High Street:
- Trading Day: Every Thursday throughout the year (open 52 weeks a year).
- Trading Hours: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM BST.
- Best Time to Visit: Morning to early afternoon for full stall availability and the freshest produce selections.
Market Highlights & Available Stalls
Featured products and traditional market offerings available along the High Street precinct:
- Fresh Local Produce: High-quality local fruit, vegetables, and everyday food staples.
- Plants & Flowers: Seasonal garden plants, fresh flowers, potted arrangements, and gardening items.
- Fashion & Accessories: A variety of everyday clothing, footwear, bags, and fashion accessories.
- Sweets & Treats: Traditional confectionery, sweets, and hot or cold snacks.
- Trader Opportunities: Joining instructions for new stallholders and local vendors are managed directly by the market team.
Trader Contact & Management Information
Inquiries and booking contact details for prospective stallholders:
- Market Manager: Mr. Ruth Collins.
- Contact Phone: 07494 550779.
- Stallholder Enquiries: Prospective traders can apply for stalls to supplement the existing retail environment.
How to Get to Shirley High Street Market
Travel routes to reach Shirley High Street, Southampton (SO15 5LL):
- By Bus: Excellent bus connections from Southampton city centre, Millbrook, Totton, and Romsey (Bluestar 4, 7, 17 and CityRed routes) stop along Shirley High Street.
- By Car: Accessible directly via the A3024 (Shirley Road/Romsey Road), main access road into western Southampton.
- By Train: Millbrook Railway Station is a 12-minute walk away; Southampton Central Station is approximately a 5-minute bus ride or drive.
Shirley High Street Parking Information
Parking options convenient to the Thursday street market:
- Sainsbury’s Car Park: Pay-and-display / customer parking located off Shirley High Street (SO15 5LL), adjacent to the market stalls.
- Marlborough Road Car Park: Short-stay council pay-and-display parking located just behind the High Street shops.
- Disabled Parking: Designated Blue Badge spaces are available across local council car parks and street bays along Shirley precinct roads.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When does Shirley Traditional Weekly Street Market take place?
- The market takes place every Thursday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM BST, 52 weeks a year.
- Where is the market located?
- It is situated along High Street, Shirley, Southampton, Hampshire (SO15 5LL).
- Is there an entry fee for the market?
- No, the market is open to the public with free admission.
- What items can I buy at Shirley Market?
- Visitors can find traditional local produce, plants, flowers, fashion, footwear, accessories, sweets, and everyday household items.
- Who do I contact to become a stallholder at Shirley Market?
- You can contact the Market Manager, Mr. Ruth Collins, on 07494 550779 for joining instructions and stall inquiries.