City of London in Greater London, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)

The changing years

Photographed by Ray Gurganus, April 9, 2026

1. The changing years Marker

Inscription. In 1968 the Market celebrated the centenary of the completion of Horace Jones' building. But the nature of the meat market was changing as Britain joined the European Economic Union in 1972-3. This not only affected the supply of meat from Commonwealth countries but also brought about new hygiene standards that required the upgrading and refurbishment of the Victorian buildings. This work which was carried out in the mid 90s, included the construction of sealed loading bays, new automatic moving hooklines, new stalls, chiller rooms and offices. This is the work that you can see today.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1968.

Location. 51° 31.168′ N, 0° 6.089′ W. Marker is in City of London, England, in Greater London. It is on Buyers Walk West Market north of Long Lane. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 43 Buyers Walk W Market, City of London, England EC1A 9HY, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the Greater South East.

Globally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean,

in the

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North Atlantic Region,

in Europe,

in Atlantic Europe,

on one of the British Isles,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: World War II - The market closes (within shouting distance of this marker); The Victorian Market Buildings (within shouting distance of this marker); The Market Returns (within shouting distance of this marker); William Wallace (about 150 meters away, measured in a direct line); St. Bartholomew World War I Memorial (about 150 meters away); Great Rising of 1381 Memorial (about 150 meters away); To The Immortal Memory of Sir William Wallace (about 150 meters away); Marian Martyrs (about 150 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in City of London.

Smithfield Market image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Evan & Witt, Long Lane, E.C., circa 1900

2. Smithfield Market

A postcard view of the Smithfield Market, with the marker site being just inside the large arched entryway, on the right.

Credits. This page was last revised on July 7, 2026. It was originally submitted on July 6, 2026, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 9 times since then. Photos: 1. submitted on July 6, 2026, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. 2. submitted on July 7, 2026. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.