Chiswick Flower Market is a lively, community-run flower market on Chiswick High Road in west London. It fills Old Market Place with flowers, plants and garden gear on the first Sunday of the month. The market is operated by a local Community Interest Company that reinvests surplus into the town centre.
If you are shopping, you get variety and value. If you are a trader, there is clear guidance on applications, public liability and on-the-day logistics.
HOLD is opening a self storage site in Chiswick soon. To show our support for our future community, we've brought you this guide to their wonderful, unique market.
Key takeaways
- Runs on the first Sunday of the month on Chiswick High Road.
- Focus on flowers, plants, bulbs, pots and garden accessories.
- Run by a local CIC with a strong sustainability ethos and street entertainment.
- Traders apply to the market team and must meet council rules for street trading on public highway.
- Typical hours vary by season; always check on the day.
History and place
The old marketplace
By London market standards, it’s a newcomer: Chiswick Flower Market opened on 6 September 2020, billed as the city’s first new flower market in roughly 150 years.
Set in Old Market Place on Chiswick High Road and run by a local community interest company, it was launched to bring people back to the high street, with a simple format (first Sundays, strong growers, easy atmosphere) that quickly stuck.
It also nods to the site’s past. The Flower Market stands on the site of Chiswick’s original outdoor market, established in early 1920 by returning First World War soldiers seeking an income. That continuity (practical, community-led, and rooted in plants) gives today’s market its sense of place as much as its flowers.
Dates and opening hours
9:00–16:00 (May–September)
9:00–15:30 (October–April).
Always check the calendar for any tweaks
What can I buy?
Chiswick Flower Market brings together UK growers, artisan florists and specialist nurseries on the first Sunday, so the stalls swing from armfuls of seasonal flowers to rare perennials and peat-free compost.
Pick up something fresh for the table, a houseplant for your window, and a few bulbs to tuck in at home, then drop heavier buys at the plant crèche while you wander.
Now, what to put in your tote:
- Cut flowers from UK growers, with seasonal bunches and bouquets.
- Houseplants from easy care to statement pieces.
- Outdoor plants for beds and containers.
- Bedding plants, herbs and shrubs.
- Bulbs and seeds across the seasons.
- Dried flowers and grasses.
- Pots and planters in terracotta and glazed finishes.
- Simple tools like secateurs, plus compost and feeds.
- Sustainability picks such as peat free mixes and recyclable wrap.
Notable traders
Hardy’s Cottage Garden Plants
A leading plantsmen nursery founded in 1988. Rosy and Rob Hardy have 24 RHS Chelsea Gold Medals; their Anemone ‘Frilly Knickers’ is a frequent crowd-puller. Expect quality perennials and expert advice.
Jacques Amand
Specialists in flowering bulbs for more than 90 years. The business began as a Strand flower shop in 1927 and now brings a deep seasonal range for keen gardeners.
Pepperpot Nursery
Established in 1998 and known for traditional growing methods, with 200 plus herb varieties. A strong stop for culinary plants and fragrant picks.
Steve Burridge
Third-generation flower seller with roots back to 1926. Grows plants in Hertfordshire and brings classic market craft and fresh cut flowers to the heart of the market.
How to get there
Address
Old Market Place, Chiswick High Road, W4 2DR. Entrance on Linden Gardens..
Tube
Turnham Green on the District line is the nearest. Chiswick Park and Gunnersbury are also a short walk.
London Overground
Gunnersbury is the closest Overground stop, around 15 minutes’ walk. It sits on the Mildmay line (Stratford to Richmond/Clapham Junction).
National Rail
Chiswick station (South Western Railway from Waterloo) is about a 25-minute walk, or take the E3 or 272 bus.
Bus
Buses stopping on or near Chiswick High Road: 237, 267, 110, E3, H91. A 5-minute walk away at Turnham Green Station: 94, 272. At Turnham Green Church: 440.
Cycle
Cycleway 9 runs alongside the market on Chiswick High Road.
Check live TfL updates on the day for any service changes.
Visitor tips
Arrive early on Sunday for the widest choice of flowers and plants. Bring a tote or trolley; traders take cards (some also accept cash). Use the free cargo-bike delivery (subject to availability) within 2 km or the plant crèche and collect before close. Protect plants for the ride home.
Accessibility and facilities
Old Market Place is level and wheelchair accessible. There is dedicated disabled parking on Devonshire Road. Toilets for traders are arranged locally; the market operates come rain or shine.
What Londoners think about Chiswick Flower Market
Insights taken from Reddit and Tripadvisor
Bright, colourful and friendly is the consensus, with loads of stalls spanning houseplants, cut flowers and garden picks, plus a proper buzz.
Regulars on Reddit rate it as a newer favourite and like that Chiswick runs different themed markets across the month, so there is always a reason to come back.
Many make a morning of it with coffee and cake on Chiswick High Road before or after a lap of Chiswick Flower Market.
How to set up a stall at Chiswick Flower Market
Who runs the market and permits?
Chiswick Flower Market CIC operates the flower market on Old Market Place. It is a monthly market on public highway in Hounslow, so street trading is governed by the borough’s licensing framework and conditions. The market team manages pitches and day-to-day compliance for traders.
Eligibility and required documents
The market welcomes British flower growers, florists and horticultural sellers (bedding plants, bulbs, shrubs, trees, houseplants, seeds and related accessories). You’ll need public liability insurance with a minimum £2 million cover, a professional stall setup and suitable gazebo weights.
Electricity is available on some pitches by prior agreement. Single-use plastic bags are banned (only biodegradable allowed), and traders must remove all waste at the end of the day (£50 cleaning charge applies). When applying, provide a short summary of what you sell and links to your site or socials.
Fees and pitch details
Operator pitch fees (2024): £75 for 3×3m, £150 for 6×3m (power only by prior agreement). Hounslow also sets separate borough street trading fees and £30 ID cards per staff member for trading on the public highway.
Make sure you confirm current rates with the market when accepted.
Application process step by step
- Read the Information for traders page to confirm your products fit the flower market.
- Submit the application form with your business details, a short product summary, and preferred month(s) (links to your site or socials are fine).
- Await review and allocation; provide public liability details and any licensing information requested.
- Pay fees by the deadline and sign the contract.
- Receive pitch and access instructions by email before market day.
On the day
On the day, aim to arrive between 7:00 and 8:00 to unload at Old Market Place. Head straight to your pitch, park up before you start building, and keep the aisles clear. Plan to trade until the official close.
Bring everything you need, including your stand, gazebo and proper weights. Plastic bags are not permitted. Power is limited and only by prior agreement. Take all waste with you or a cleaning fee applies. Free cargo-bike deliveries run from late morning into mid-afternoon.
Food traders extra requirements
If you sell food or drink, register your food business with Hounslow at least 28 days before trading and follow Food Standards Agency guidance. Keep allergen information clear and maintain gas or electrical safety where relevant, hand-washing and temperature control.
Trader checklist
• Public liability insurance
• Product list within horticulture scope
• Payment device and small float
• Weather cover and plant care kit
• Waste and recycling plan
• Access and exit times confirmed
• Gazebo weights and safe electrics if used
• Stock labels for flowers and plants
• Packaging that is recyclable or biodegradable
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*Images are used with permission from the organisers and partners where credited. Information is correct at the time of publication (September 2025). Trader and application details may change; check official channels before you visit.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Chiswick Flower Market on?
It runs on the first Sunday of each month. Typical hours are 9.00 to 4.00 in summer and 9.00 to 3.30 in winter. Always check the live page for the next market date and any special timings.
Where exactly is it and how do I find it on a map?
Old Market Place, Chiswick High Road, W4 2DR. The entrance is on Linden Gardens. Turnham Green is the closest Tube; Gunnersbury and Chiswick Park are also nearby.
How do I apply to trade?
Complete the application on the Information for traders page, include what you sell and images, and choose your month. The market will email pitch details once accepted.
What can I sell and what is out of scope?
The focus is flowers, houseplants, outdoor plants, bulbs, seeds and horticultural goods like pots and tools. The team curates stalls to keep the flower market theme.
Is there power or water on site?
Some pitches have electricity by prior agreement. Water is available only before 09:30. There’s no public Wi-Fi (good 4G coverage).
What time should traders arrive for set-up?
Between 7.00 and 8.00. Unload at your pitch, park, then set up. Stay until the market closes.
Does HOLD offer storage for traders near Chiswick?
Yes. Our Chiswick site is underway. Until it opens, use our North London location for secure, flexible units with 24/7 access for stock and display.
Can HOLD receive deliveries for me?
We can help arrange storage for stock you buy at the flower market and hold items between market days. Contact us to learn more.
