Kirkgate Market has been a staple of Leeds city centre for almost 170 years.
From fish to flowers, spices to sweets, in the vibrant indoor trading space you can find it all.
Today, we decided to check in with sellers old and new to learn more about the past, present, and future of Kirkgate Market.
If you haven’t visited in a while, here are 19 brilliant photos of what Leeds’ largest market space looks like today.
1. 4th August 2026 Leeds Kirkgate Market feature. Pictured exterior of Kirkgate Market Picture Gerard Binks
The outside of Kirkgate Market | Gerard Binks
2. 24th August 2026 Leeds Kirkgate Market feature. Pictured busy fruit and veg stall Picture Gerard Binks
A busy fruit and veg stall | Gerard Binks
3. 4th August 2026 Leeds Kirkgate Market feature. Pictured fish counter at Tarbetts fishmongers Picture Gerard Binks
The fish counter at Tarbett's Fishmongers | Gerard Binks
4. 4th August 2026 Leeds Kirkgate Market feature. Pictured Airon Johnstone of Tarbetts Fishmongers with a 5 Kilo Salmon Picture Gerard Binks
Airon Johnstone of Tarbett's Fishmongers with a 5 Kilo Salmon | Gerard Binks
5. 4th August 2026 Leeds Kirkgate Market feature. Pictured Carl Crymble of The Gallery Delicatessen Picture Gerard Binks
Carl Crymble of The Galley Delicatessen | Gerard Binks
6. 4th August 2026 Leeds Kirkgate Market feature. Pictured Carl Crymble of The Gallery Delicatessen Picture Gerard Binks
The Galley Delicatessen is a European-style deli in the market | Gerard Binks