He was describing Covent Garden market. For centuries ... However, as Barry Turner reveals in his highly enjoyable history, there was always much more to Covent Garden and its neighbour, Strand.

Some tricks of the trade from London's New Covent Garden Market flower purveyors: get up early, stay nimble and get ready for ...

More than 2,000 night workers at New Covent Garden Market in Nine Elms serve everyone ... we've gone back to 1977 to learn more about its history. Fair Shot Café helps train about 15 people ...

In addition to conventional shops and boutiques, Covent Garden has a covered market area where vendors sell everything from antiques to crafts. Similarly, dining options range from foodie ...

“New Covent Garden Market is more than just a market ... “We’re incredibly proud to represent a diverse market with so much history. As we reflect on the legacy of this great market ...

Covent Garden is one of London’s prominent cultural hubs. When the city was decimated by fire in 1666, the area rose to the occasion, becoming London’s largest market selling fruit and vegetables.