The Magical Market of Kingston Town

Everyone knows that Kingston upon Thames has been home to a bustling market for centuries, dating back over 800 years. But perhaps you didn’t know that nestling between the florist and the fishmonger, the bakers and the butchers, there’s an altogether stranger world, where nothing is quite as it seems.

Because mischievous sprites and mythical creatures—and even the odd monster—also come from far and wide to trade their wondrous wares here. Our town centre has, for centuries, been the number one destination to barter with a Big Foot, pick up a potion, or trade-in your troll for the latest model...

Welcome to the Magical Market of Kingston Town.

Usually beyond the sight of mere mortals, this app, and the imaginations of young people from our borough will help you see into the fantastic world in the Magical Market of Kingston Town. Starting at the 'Out of Order' installation of red telephone boxes, begin a trail to meet a dozen magical market traders—from the mythical to the monstrous—as designed by the young people of Kingston Upon Thames and brought to life through the sorcery of augmented reality and animation.