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Interesting parallels with today here:
Project explores history of Camberwell Fair shut down in 1855 for 'immoral and riotous behaviour' - Southwark News
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The original Camberwell Fair ran for almost 600 years until it was shut down in 1855 after wealthier people moved into the area.
A heritage project will explore the history of the original Camberwell Fair which ran for almost 600 years until it was shut down in 1855 because of “immoral and riotous behaviour”.
The fair held on Camberwell Green, which dates back to 1279, was once a place where people came together to trade goods, network, play games, and enjoy entertainment.
Project explores history of Camberwell Fair shut down in 1855 for 'immoral and riotous behaviour' - Southwark News