Shambles Variety Market - Armagh

What to Expect

The Shambles Variety Market has been operating in Armagh’s historic Shambles Yard since 1990, on a site with market rights stretching back to the 15th century. Located between Armagh’s two cathedrals on Cathedral Road, the market runs every Tuesday and Friday from 8am to 4pm, offering fresh local fruit and vegetables, freshly caught fish, home bakery goods, meats, jams, and pies made from local ingredients. Stallholders include Ballymoran Meats, Coffee 51, E.J. Connolly Fruit and Veg, Daily Bake, and fresh fish traders. The market draws a strong local following and is one of the most consistent food shopping spots in the city.

Good to Know

• Open every Tuesday and Friday, 8am to 4pm, year-round.

• Free entry; individual stall pricing varies.

• Recurring weekly market - one file covers all occurrences.

• Covered and open-air stalls at Shambles Yard, Cathedral Road.

Getting There

Shambles Yard is in Armagh city centre, close to both cathedrals and within easy walking distance of public car parks in the city. Translink bus services connect Armagh to Portadown, Newry, and Belfast.