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London Petticoat Lane Collection

Crowds besieged Petticoat Lane to buy their Christmas presents, as the bustling market became a haven for shoppers seeking unique gifts

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: Bambi, a Chinese Crested Bitch belongs to Mr Harry Clare who bought this dog in Petticoat

Bambi, a Chinese Crested Bitch belongs to Mr Harry Clare who bought this dog in Petticoat Lane. When she was first born she was bald all over

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: Crowds besieged Petticoat lane to buy their Christmas presents

Crowds besieged Petticoat lane to buy their Christmas presents and as usual developed into a milling throng. Every conceivable item was on sale including baked chestnuts, ice cream

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: Petticoat Lane: Every year, it seems, still more thousands remember that Petticoat Lane

Petticoat Lane: Every year, it seems, still more thousands remember that Petticoat Lane, in East London, lays itself out on the Sunday before Christmas to sell toys

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: Sunday morning in Petticoat Lane. Seen in the boot market

Sunday morning in Petticoat Lane. Seen in the boot market. Proving his shoes won t skid. 28th February 1939 P013469 London Petticoat lane

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: Aerial view of people shopping for Christmas presents at Petticoat Lane market

Aerial view of people shopping for Christmas presents at Petticoat Lane market. 18th December 1960. London Petticoat lane

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: Women out looking for a bargain on the milliner stall at Petticoat Lane Market at

Women out looking for a bargain on the milliner stall at Petticoat Lane Market at the junction of Wentworth Street and Middlesex Street. 1st March 1954 London Petticoat lane

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: A stall holder at Petticoat Lane market serves another customer as crowds descended

A stall holder at Petticoat Lane market serves another customer as crowds descended looking for Cnbhristmas presents. 21st December 1958. London Petticoat lane

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: Petticoat Lane Market. Crowds milling around the market stalls in the run up to Christmas

Petticoat Lane Market. Crowds milling around the market stalls in the run up to Christmas 1960, trying to pick up the odd bargain

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: A stall holder at Petticoat Lane market serves another customer as crowds descended

A stall holder at Petticoat Lane market serves another customer as crowds descended looking for Cnbhristmas presents. 21st December 1958. London Petticoat lane

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: Petticoat Lane Market. Crowds milling around the market stalls in the run up to Christmas

Petticoat Lane Market. Crowds milling around the market stalls in the run up to Christmas 1960, trying to pick up the odd bargain

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: Women out looking for a bargain on the milliner stall at Petticoat Lane Market at

Women out looking for a bargain on the milliner stall at Petticoat Lane Market at the junction of Wentworth Street and Middlesex Street. 1st March 1954 London Petticoat lane

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: Petticoat Lane Market Day London December 1957 London Petticoat

Petticoat Lane Market Day London December 1957 London Petticoat lane

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: Christmas shoppers in Petticoat Lane, some carrying children others a parcel or a two

Christmas shoppers in Petticoat Lane, some carrying children others a parcel or a two. Although it was hard work to press through the crowds

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: Last of the big spenders at Petticoat Lane. The scene in Petticoat Lane

Last of the big spenders at Petticoat Lane. The scene in Petticoat Lane, on a wet Sunday morning. December 1974 74-7580 London Petticoat lane

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: Last of the big spenders at Petticoat Lane. This lady stall holder uses a box to keep up

Last of the big spenders at Petticoat Lane. This lady stall holder uses a box to keep up with her customers. December 1974 74-7580-008 London Petticoat lane

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: Last of the big spenders at Petticoat Lane. The moment of decision for 8-year-old Deborah

Last of the big spenders at Petticoat Lane. The moment of decision for 8-year-old Deborah Brown from Averley, Essex, as she shops for a Chirstmas present for her mum

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: Last of the big spenders at Petticoat Lane. This lady stall holder uses a box to keep up

Last of the big spenders at Petticoat Lane. This lady stall holder uses a box to keep up with her customers. December 1974 74-7580-006 London Petticoat lane

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: Last of the big spenders at Petticoat Lane. The scene in Petticoat Lane

Last of the big spenders at Petticoat Lane. The scene in Petticoat Lane, on a wet Sunday morning. December 1974 74-7580-005 London Petticoat lane

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: Last of the big spenders at Petticoat Lane. The moment of decision for 8-year-old Deborah

Last of the big spenders at Petticoat Lane. The moment of decision for 8-year-old Deborah Brown from Averley, Essex, as she shops for a Chirstmas present for her mum

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: Christmas shoppers out in force looking for a last minute bargain cause a crush at

Christmas shoppers out in force looking for a last minute bargain cause a crush at Petticoat Lane Street Market. Circa December 1955 P004958 London Petticoat lane

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: Police and Children. The scene is set in the enquiry office of Bishopsgate Police Station

Police and Children. The scene is set in the enquiry office of Bishopsgate Police Station, in London, where to-day in the street nearby the Petticoat Lane thousands of shoppers were busy trying to

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: Sunday quayside market Newcastle-on-Tyne. Counterpart of Londons '

Sunday quayside market Newcastle-on-Tyne. Counterpart of Londons " Petticoat Lane" 9/3/1952 C1212/2 London Petticoat lane

Background imageLondon Petticoat Lane Collection: Barbara Windsor Actress In Petticoat Lane Market Sampling Fruit & Vegetables

Barbara Windsor Actress In Petticoat Lane Market Sampling Fruit & Vegetables London Petticoat lane


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Crowds besieged Petticoat Lane to buy their Christmas presents, as the bustling market became a haven for shoppers seeking unique gifts. Every year, it seems, still more thousands remember that Petticoat Lane is the place to be during the festive season. Amongst the throngs of people, Bambi, a Chinese Crested Bitch belonging to Mr Harry Clare, could be spotted proudly strutting her stuff – a beloved pet purchased right here in Petticoat Lane. On Sunday mornings, when the sun casts its golden rays upon this iconic street, visitors flock to explore its boot market. From above, an aerial view captures the vibrant scene of people eagerly searching for that perfect Christmas present amidst the myriad of stalls. The milliner stall attracts women on the hunt for fashionable bargains and stylish accessories. Stall holders work tirelessly at Petticoat Lane Market; serving one customer after another as crowds descend upon them like a wave. The atmosphere is electric as everyone hustles and bustles through this lively marketplace in anticipation of Christmas festivities. Petticoat Lane Market truly comes alive during December - with crowds milling around each stall in search of treasures and trinkets that will make their loved ones smile on Christmas morning. It's not just about shopping; it's an experience filled with laughter and excitement. As we delve into history books from London December 1957, images capture snapshots of life at Petticoat Lane Market - capturing moments frozen in time forever. This iconic location has stood strong throughout generations - reminding us all why it remains a cherished destination for both locals and tourists alike. In London's bustling streets lies an enchanting world where dreams come true – welcome to Petticoat Lane Market.