I pass St George's Market every day when travelling into Belfast city centre, but have never ventured inside the market. On Friday and Saturday each week the market is buzzing with activity so I decided to venture inside one Saturday morning. St George’s Market is one of Belfast’s oldest attractions. It was built between 1890 and 1896 and is one of the best markets in the UK and Ireland. It has been voted for numerous local and national titles and awards for its fresh, local produce and great atmosphere.
This year is the 70th anniversary of the Belfast Blitz.
Following heavy German bombing of Belfast on Easter Tuesday 1941, St George’s Market was used as an emergency mortuary. Some 700 people were killed during the raids with 255 bodies brought to the market for identification.
The following photographs followed from my short visit.
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