Victoria Station to open UK's first railway food hall
Market Hall Victoria will feature 10 independent food traders and seating for 180 people.
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Victoria Station will become home to the United Kingdom's first food hall situated within a railway station when Market Hall Victoria opens its doors on October 16. The new venue is located within the Victoria Place Shopping Centre, with access points from the main station concourse, the taxi rank, and Eccleston Bridge.
This marks the sixth London location for Market Hall, adding to its existing sites in Peckham, Harrow, St Paul's, Vauxhall, and Leicester Square. The space previously housed the clothing retailer Dorothy Perkins, which closed after its parent company's collapse in 2021 and had remained vacant until this development.
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Global Food Offerings and Passenger Amenities
Market Hall Victoria will feature 10 independent food traders offering a variety of global cuisines. These include Argentinian Grill, Hide & Greek, Jollof Mama for West African dishes, and Thai House. The venue will accommodate 180 seated customers and will be equipped with a live departure board to keep passengers informed of train times.
In addition to the food stalls, Market Hall Victoria will include a bar serving cocktails and craft beer. Screens will be present throughout the venue to broadcast major sporting events. During its opening week, from October 16 to 26, the food hall will offer promotional deals, including daily giveaways of free meals from 5pm and up to 50 per cent off.
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Holly Hilton, Marketing Director at Market Place Food Hall, stated that the aim is to provide a distinct experience from typical station food offerings. "We want to make grabbing a proper meal before your train just as quick and easy as standing in a queue to pay for a meal deal, but with 10 independent food traders, great drinks and a proper place to sit and enjoy it," Hilton said. She added that the live departure screen allows customers to "sit back with a pint, keep an eye on your train and know exactly when it’s time to head to the platform."
Market Hall Victoria will operate seven days a week from 11am to 11pm. The opening week promotions are designed to offer customers numerous opportunities to experience the new food hall.
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+When will the new food hall at Victoria Station open?
Market Hall Victoria is scheduled to open on October 16. It will be the first food hall located within a UK railway station, offering a new dining experience for travellers and commuters.
+What kind of food will be available at Market Hall Victoria?
The food hall will feature 10 independent global food traders. Offerings will include Mexican tacos, Greek food, West African dishes, and Thai cuisine, among other international options.
+What facilities will Market Hall Victoria provide?
The venue will offer seating for 180 people and include a live departure board for train information. There will also be a bar serving cocktails and craft beer, and screens showing sporting events.
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