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.
7. 4th August 2026 Leeds Kirkgate Market feature. Pictured Carl Crymble of The Gallery Delicatessen Picture Gerard Binks
Kirkgate Market features food from all over the world | Gerard Binks
8. 4th August 2026 Leeds Kirkgate Market feature. Pictured Steve Myers of Seafood Specialist Picture Gerard Binks
Steve Myers of Seafood Specialist | Gerard Binks
9. 24th August 2026 Leeds Kirkgate Market feature. Pictured ornate detail in the building Picture Gerard Binks
Ornate detail in the building | Gerard Binks
10. 4th August 2026 Leeds Kirkgate Market feature. Pictured Lala Khan owner of Spice Corner Picture Gerard Binks
Lala Khan owner of Spice Corner | Gerard Binks
11. 4th August 2026 Leeds Kirkgate Market feature. Pictured fresh chillie's at the Spice Corner Picture Gerard Binks
Fresh chillies at the Spice Corner | Gerard Binks
12. 4th August 2026 Leeds Kirkgate Market feature. Pictured Steve Whitaker of Browns sweets Picture Gerard Binks
Steve Whitaker of Browns Sweets | Gerard Binks
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