Lower Marsh stalls saved by new fresh food sellers

12 April 2012

A dying traditional street market that was once one of the biggest in London has been saved from extinction by an influx of "posh food" stalls.

Lower Marsh Market near Waterloo station, founded in the mid-19th century, was down to its last five stalls after 25 years of decline.

However, it was relaunched yesterday by the Pearly King and Queen after Lambeth council granted a one-year licence to new operator Westminster Artisans.

It has brought in food traders such as Mootown Cheese and a fresh shellfish specialist called Hard Core Prawn. There are also cake, olive and jewellery stalls.

The market will start with 20 stalls but hopes to fill all 77 pitches.

Helen Santer, director of operations for Waterloo Quarter, a local business body that is backing the market, said: "There is a great deal of affection for Lower Marsh Market and lots of interest in the street."

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