I have finally found it.
The best antiques market near London is at Kempton Park.
For those of you without a car, don't fret- there is a train station in the parking lot and plenty of vans ready to deliver your goods straight to your door.
Word of warning? Arrive early. We arrived at 6.30am and 4 hours later, I still felt like I wasn't finished. Upon opening, many dealers will only have a small selection of their items out. An hour later, every stand will be unrecognisable and new goods will appear with every pass.
If you see something you definitely want, buy it then and there. Many items I liked were gone by my second pass and while some dealers will take credit cards, cash is definitely king.
I brought the above home with me and if the sideboard wasn't so large, you can bet I would have bought more! Many people bought the large baskets on wheels (laundry baskets?) and then used them to hold everything they bought which was genius.
Kempton Park Racecourse
Station: Kempton Park
Trains depart from London Waterloo and take 45 minutes direct.
The market takes place the second and last Tuesday of each month.
Don't worry about bringing food, the food truck makes surprisingly yummy toasted breakfast sandwiches.
I need it all! I need to check this place out. I love going antiquing!
Posted by: Melizza | 16 April 2012 at 05:26
It is amazing Melizza! I already want to go back next week.
Posted by: lovelyjubblylondon | 16 April 2012 at 12:33
Wow!! What a great find. If and when we find ourselves on your side if the pond we will definitely seek this place out! My husband would go nuts!
Posted by: Megan | 19 April 2012 at 11:11
Love the sideboard! This place looks awesome. Too bad it's only open on Tuesdays!
Posted by: Caitlin | 23 April 2012 at 05:39
Caitlin, it's worth the day off!
Posted by: lovelyjubblylondon | 24 April 2012 at 12:48