One of London's oldest markets. Started trading in 17th century and was known locally as "Squalors Market". This information, on the plaque, comes from Wikipedia. We can't add to it.
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Whitecross Street Market
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Whitecross Market
Whitecross Market, one of London's oldest markets. Started trading in 17th c...
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