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Category: Ward Histories

“Ripa Regina”: ‘Stoke’ and ‘Stew’

The history of Smithfield Market between 1837 (the date at which it was vividly described by Dickens in Oliver Twist as an overcrowded and poorly managed market) and 1868 (when William Davis’ peaceful and orderly depiction of the market was made). Continue reading ““Ripa Regina”: ‘Stoke’ and ‘Stew’” →

GHA Markets, Ward Histories Leave a comment 31st Oct 20113rd May 2020 12 Minutes
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