Spring has arrived in full colour—and the Covered Market is the perfect place to soak it all in. From fresh new clothing lines to seasonal eats, home inspiration to live events, here’s four tips on how to make the most of the season with us
1. Step into Spring in style
New collections are landing daily. Goodies has just welcomed its Spring/Summer drop from Tender Co., while You Underwear is brightening things up with pastel-toned spring print sets for girls and women. Next To Nothing’s spring collection is positively blooming right now too perfect for timeless staples or colourful updates. If second-hand vintage clothing is your thing, be sure to visit Again Garments for their latest finds.
To feel as fresh as you look, check out Oxford Soap Company’s handmade English Lavender Bath Crumble—spring vibes in a soak!
Don’t forget to brighten up your feet too with some brightly coloured socks at Soctopus.
2. Eat, Drink & take in those springtime vibes
Whether you’re catching up with friends or just treating yourself, the market is buzzing with that fresh new energy that only spring can bring.
Nearly all of our cafés and eateries are independent and make their food on-site, so it’s as fresh as spring itself. Grab a seat in one of our open square areas or dine in and enjoy flavours from around the world including Thai, Italian, Greek, Lebanese, Chinese, Japanese or traditional British café cuisine. And don’t miss the weekly trader events too — live music, craft sessions, talks, quizzes and more bring the place to life, day and night.
With our bars and cafes it’s such a great way of meeting people or catching up with friends you may have lost touch with if you’ve been hibernating.
3. Stock up for Spring Recipes
Ready to cook up some seasonal magic? Pick up the freshest ingredients from Bonners Fruit & Veg, refill your pantry at OxUnboxed, and explore the incredible cheeses and chutneys at The Oxford Cheese Company. Need a shortcut? Alpha Bar has delicious ready-made organic salads and hot dishes to take home, and Hamblin Bread offers sumptuous baked goods that will level up any springtime meal.
For local spring lamb you can’t go wrong with David John Butchers …while you are there pick up a handmade pie too. Then we have the latest spring brews at Teardrop Bar and The Market Tap you can take them away or enjoy there. Plus get the latest blend of tea and coffee at Cardews of Oxford or Colombian coffee specialities at Colombia Coffee Roasters
4. Give your home that springtime refresh
Time to clear out and refresh your space? Add a little sparkle to your spring clean with vibrant bouquets and potted plants from The Garden of Oxford or Jemini Flowers. Woollen Cosy Life sound wintery but they embrace the spring too. Their spring blankets come in all kinds of bright fresh colours. They’re just perfect for picnics or for that extra little bit of warmth as the outdoor dining season begins.
Head to Nothing for unique selection of springtime homewares. How about taking a series of Spring time pictures and having them framed at Covered Arts Framing Services or choose a print from their inspiring collection of local artists?
Then to finish off browse the huge selection of fresh scented candles from Next to Nothing and YOU Underwear, or incense from Crystal Spirit Emporium, and you’ve got everything you need to create an uplifting spring sanctuary at home.
