About Urban Makers
About us – Urban Makers Markets in East London
Urban Makers was founded in Bow, East London, by two designer friends Ilka Dickens and Julia Redgrove. Since 2015 we have been hosting makers markets, pop-up shops and creative workshops in London.
You can find us at Old Spitalfields Market on Wednesdays and on the last weekend of every month. We also host seasonal makers markets at the Ecology Pavilion, Mile End Park.
We believe in nurturing creative people with unique businesses, dreams and ideas. We have curated a range of gifts which are not only beautiful but ethical and made with care for the environment. Every time you buy from us you can be rest assured that you are supporting an independent small business which in turn helps our economy where it needs it most.
Our Urban Makers Shop is open 6 days a week at 347 Roman Road E3 5QR.
Want to sell with us online? Apply here
Please see our events page for upcoming markets and workshops and how to apply. Read our FAQs here
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