The Beccles Antiques Street Market has been on my list of things to do for a few years now and this year I finally made it, although some may say I was a bit eager arriving at the market at 9 am on a Sunday morning but it was worth it!

Exploring Beccles Antiques Street Market

The great thing about arriving early was that I has the chance to have a good browse before it got really busy and with around 90 stalls all set out in the town centre there certainly were a lot of items to browse.

There was a great atmosphere to the market and so many interesting things to see. As the market is right in the town centre it also gives you the opportunity to sit a while in a local cafe or have a look around the shops in the town so you really could spend most of the day there.

I find it slightly worrying however that I did come across a number of items I remember from my childhood – ‘antiques’ really? or maybe I am getting old! I did spot these lovely toby jugs though and was tempted to buy my dad one to add to his collection!

I also found this puzzle – not sure Donny will be pleased knowing he’s for sale as an antique! Oh how I loved tank tops!

There were lots of people chatting while looking around the market and the sunshine of course made it a lovely day to be out shopping.

After spending lots of time at the market I went for a walk around the town and discovered lots of interesting buildings and of course there is the River Waveney to explore too. I will be going back in the not to distant future to explore some more of this lovely town for longer next time with my camera. I did take a few photos on this trip and was particularly pleased with this one seeing as I was visiting the town for its antiques market!

The market is a really great day out, either just spending time mooching on your own or with family and friends. I will definitely go again and recommend it to others. It is on twice a year (April and August) so put 13th August 2017 in your diary and take a trip to see it for yourself. I love days out that make me smile and this is a great one!

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