Market
The Caledonian Market was relocated from Isington North London to Bermondsey South London after the Second World War. Re-named New Caledonian Market it was opened in May 1949 by the renowned actress Valerie Hobson.
I have been incredibly fortunate to be able to gain permission from Southwark Library to reproduce certain archive images within this film - i have chosen a selection below..
More news (and extensive history notes) on the market to follow shortly.
Valerie Hobson opens New Caledonian Market May 1949
New Caledonian Market viewed from the roof of the Trocette Cinema, Bermondsey Square 1950
New Caledonian Market 1958
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