Full guide to what's on at Chesterfield Market: One of the largest and oldest open-air markets in the UK

Did you know that one of the UK’s largest open-air markets is just a short drive away from Derby?

Found in the traditional town of Chesterfield, it also boasts the title of one of England’s oldest markets hailing back to at least 1165.

Chesterfield sits around 24 miles from Derby, making it the ideal place for a day out.

The town hosts a variety of markets all year round, one of the most popular is the flea market that takes place every Thursday.

One of the biggest weekly flea markets in the country, there are regularly more than 120 stalls.

Open from 9am to 4pm, people can enjoy mooching around the stalls to hunt for a bargain. 

You can grab a coffee from The Market Café in Chesterfield Market Hall and walk just a few yards, to nearby stalls, pick up some hidden treasures such as a second hand piece of Pearson’s pottery, Goss crested china, vintage costumes, collectables and more.

History of Chesterfield Market

History buffs may be interested to know that the markets have been going for over 800 years.

King John granted a Charter in 1204, giving Chesterfield the right to hold a market twice a week.

The original market site was by the Crooked Spire church, but early in the 1220s it outgrew this area and was gradually moved to its current location. 

What’s On at Chesterfield Markets

Several markets are running over the course of the month at the central Market Place. 

Parking is available at several locations including one near the train station, which is a five-minute walk to the town centre.

Sunday

• Monthly: Artisan Market – last Sunday of the month, 10am to 4pm 
• Monthly: Record Fair – second Sunday of the month, 10am to 4pm 
• Monthly: Vegan Market - first Sunday of the month, 10am to 4pm

Monday (weekly) 9am - 4pm

• Autojumble
• Open air market

Thursday (weekly) 9am - 4pm

• Flea Market

Friday (weekly) 9am - 4pm

• Open air market

Saturday (weekly) 9am - 4pm

• Open air market

The Independent Makers and Crafters Market is organised by Little Hummingbird Events on one Saturday each month. Running from 10am to 4pm, here are their upcoming dates for this year.

• 13 April
• 18 May
• 8 June
• 20 July
• 10 August
• 14 September
• 12 October
• 9 November 

For more information about Chesterfield Markets visit their website by clicking here.

Address: Chesterfield Markets, Market Place, Chesterfield S40 1AR