The origin of Paddy’s as a distinct market dates back to 1834 when Governor Bourke decided to move traders in hay and grain to a site next to the new cattle market in Campbell Street, Sydney. The move created a split among stallholders within the “fringe” market. Some had regular customers among the cattlemen and hay and grain growers, and they moved to join farmers in the new Haymarket area. The food sellers and second hand dealers also did a good trade, both in the vicinity of the market house and around the Haymarket pubs.
The majority, however, stayed on at the George Street market. Governor Bourke’s decision to allow the market to stay open until 10.00pm on Saturdays marks the real beginnings of what we know today as Sydney’s Paddy’s Markets. By 1842, when the markets came under the jurisdiction of Sydney Council, the Saturday Paddy’s-style market was well established. The Council gave it another boost by allowing the George Street market to remain open until 10.00 pm on Wednesday nights.
Head Office
250-318 Parramatta Road
Homebush West NSW 2129
Phone: (612) 9325 6200
E-Mail: contact@paddystrader.com.au
OPENING HOURS
Haymarket
Wednesday - Sunday 10am - 6pm
Flemington
Friday - 10am - 4:30pm
Saturday - 6am - 2pm
Sunday - 9am - 4:30pm
Parking available on-site
Paddy's Markets is an Australian icon trusted by families for over a century. A number of national retail chains have had their start at Paddy's, and we welcome a discussion to see how we can help your business thrive too.
Subscribe and stay in touch with our promotions and advice.
© 2024 Sydney Markets Limited | Privacy Statement | Site created and managed by Alex Inbound Marketing