Watford Market Guide
Watford's covered and open-air market on The Parade — opening days, what's there, and how it fits into the town centre.
Watford.co Editorial15 July 2026
Watford Market sits on The Parade in Watford town centre, close to the High Street and the Harlequin shopping centre.
What's There
The market combines a covered 'inside market' — around 45 units covering street food, shopping and services — with an on-street market stretching up The Parade.
Opening Hours
Watford Market is open Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 9am to 5:30pm. Wednesday is an optional day reserved for food traders only, and the market is closed Monday and Sunday.
Getting There
The market is a short walk from Watford High Street and Watford Junction stations, in the heart of Watford town centre.
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