Butter Market

Shopping, Chichester

The Butter Market is a small Victorian covered market in the city centre, accessed from North Street. The market has operated on or near the site for centuries, though the current structure dates from the nineteenth century. A handful of stalls and small traders sell a mix of goods, and the market has a pleasantly old-fashioned character that contrasts with the modern chain shops on the surrounding streets. The market is open during shopping hours and is a popular stopping point for browsers and those looking for something different from the high street offer. The Butter Market name reflects the building's historical use for selling dairy produce.