Johnson Market
A 1929 market complex in Richmond Town, built on land once used as horse stables; most trade now happens on its outer edge, with kebab, biryani and tea spots in the lanes around it.
Why it’s worth it
To wander an ageing heritage market and eat at the long-running Muslim eateries clustered around it.
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