Smithfield meat market, which dates from the 10th century, has been in continuous operation since medieval times. To begin with it was literally a field where farmers brought their livestock.

The historic site in Britain’s capital has been a market for centuries. The local authority voted this week to close it.

The fate of City institution Smithfield market was decided yesterday, with the City of London Corporation announcing the last ...

The oldest meat and fish markets in London, which date back 850 years, are facing permanent closure from 2028. Smithfield ...

Smithfield meat market, near St Paul's Cathedral, and Billingsgate fish market in Canary Wharf are to be closed after the City of London Corporation voted to withdraw support for them. The ...

is set to present a bill to Parliament to bring an end to its responsibilities to operate the Billingsgate fish market and the Smithfield meat market, both of which have existed in some shape or ...

London's Smithfield meat market is set to close after more than 800 years, with trading expected to cease for good after 2028. The City of London Corporation, which runs the site, said on Tuesday ...

London’s historic Smithfield meat market is set to close for good after more than 800 years of trading. The City of London Corporation said its council voted to stop operating Smithfield and ...

London's Smithfield meat market is set to close after more than 800 years, with trading expected to cease for good after 2028. The City of London Corporation, which runs the site, said on Tuesday its ...