The City Corporation announced on December 23 2024 that they and the Smithfield traders have agreed on a plan to move the market to a new location “within the M25” when the site closes. See more at the end under updates. The decision yesterday by the City Corporation to close Smithfield meat market within a … Continue reading “Smithfield Market is going – now what next?”
The Culture Mile Business Improvement District has now published a full version of its Public Realm Vision and Strategy, including ideas for major improvements to Aldersgate Street and the Barbican Gateway area. These include widening the streets, increased pedestrianisation, new cycle paths and increased lighting and signage. A preview of the vision was presented at … Continue reading “Culture Mile public realm vision now published in full”
Plans for improvements to streets and public spaces north and south of Smithfield Market are being published as uncertainty emerges about the future of the historic meat market. The surrounding public realm will be particularly important in future on two fronts: when the new London Museum opens nearby in 2026, and when/if the market buildings … Continue reading “Smithfield Market surroundings due for a make-over – sometime”