Market Place, Finchley

Market Place is a road in Finchley, north London.

It was the site of the largest pig market in Middlesex, founded in the late 17th Century.

[1] From the earliest days, the market had a reputation for squalor and immorality.

[2] The notorious highwayman and burglar Jack Sheppard was held at the George Inn on Market Place following his fourth arrest whilst disguised as a butcher.

[1] Following heavy bombing during World War II the market was extensively rebuilt, with most of the shops closing.