Markets & Fairs

The Way We Were (1900-1950)

A detailed remembrance of life in Ambleside.

West of England & Trewman's Pocket Journal (1859)

Details of fairs, markets, stamps, taxes, law, MPs, the Diocese, gentry, merchants, traders, institutions and railways.

West of England & Trewman's Pocket Journal (1858)

Details of fairs, markets, stamps, taxes, law, MPs, the Diocese, gentry, merchants, traders, institutions and railways.

Kirkby Stephen Market and Economy (1540-1722)

A lengthy article detailing the economy of Kirkby Stephen in the 17th and 18th century.

Westmorland Agriculture (1800-1900)

A history of agriculture in the 19th century, with details of commons, tithes, labour, markets, livestock, produce, disease, manure, societies, government and more.

Rider's British Merlin Almanac (1758)

A book containing a calendar, weather, and astronomical and astrological information for the year. It also contained recommendations to the reader, such as what to eat and a lengthy list of fairs.

Borough Market Privileges (1200-1500)

2,300 records concerning market and trading privileges in the hinterland of medieval London.

Gazetteer of Markets & Fairs (1066-1516)

A well-sourced directory of markets and fairs, arranged by county.