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The Ups and Downs of Life in Medieval London

March 27 @ 11:00 - 13:00

he 12th century cleric, William Fitzstephen wrote in glowing terms about London. However, on this walk we will discover both the ups and downs of life in Medieval London. Walking through Clerkenwell, Smithfield and ending in the City of London, find out about a variety of aspects of life from prayer to punishment and employment to entertainment. The walk starts at the London Metropolitan Archives in Clerkenwell where specially selected material from the archives relating to Medieval London will be available for you to view from 10am. The walk is led by Karen on behalf of The London Metropolitan Archives