Abington Street Market

This historic market hall isn’t just a haven for foodies, it’s also a go-to for local independent retail, housing 12 different shopping units selling everything you need: ranging from handmade ceramics and home accessories, to clothing, art, crystals and cakes. Home to a host of small, local businesses, inside you’ll discover lovingly curated shops showcasing the best that Blackpool has to offer.  

Vintage lovers can dig into the archives at Oisin Vintage, which specialises in handmade crochet pieces as well as wedding dresses, everyday vintage clothing, accessories and shoes. Owner Martina first began selling her crochet jumpers on Etsy, but felt the pull to have a physical site in Blackpool and hasn’t looked back since. 

Elsewhere, beauty store Her Brand offers eyebrow and lash treatments alongside bookable make-up and tooth gem applications, whilst horror-themed shop The Crypt sells a wide range of gothic and alternative-style clothing, make-up, jewellery and shoes. 

Home-makers are in for a treat at Abingdon Street Market, which has a selection of different homeware stores on hand to browse at your leisure. Funky Global promises ethically-sourced home decor, mirrors, tables, mosaics and pottery, whilst neighbouring store Peppermint Jones sells a large range of home accessories, artwork, candles and soft furnishing, ranging from vibrant coloured cushions to perfect plant pots. 

At The General Store, you can pick up fresh fruit and veg, snacks for later, and even a craft beer or two to enjoy, whilst audiophiles can while away a few hours digging into the crates at in-house record shop Inertial. Here, alongside a decent selection of 12” vinyls, music lovers can also browse a wide range of prints, cds, cassettes and turntables. 

Last but not least, anyone looking for a quirky gift should make sure to stop off at Happi Place for a taste of fun and alternative pop culture, jewellery, pins and cards from UK artists, visit Kel’Made for bespoke made to order gifts, or pop to The Strand Collective to scour their interesting collection of books, art supplies and cameras. 

Once you’ve worked up an appetite with all that shopping, finish up in the food hall for a well-deserved coffee (or something a little stronger from the bar) and bite to eat. Honestly, there’s so much to do at Abingdon Street Market we could easily spend the whole day here – and we expect you will, too.