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Castle Cary fairs

Two of Castle Cary's fairs date from the 15th century but by c1736 Strachey recorded fairs on the Tuesday before Palm Sunday, May day, Whit Tuesday for sheep, and 17 September for cloth.

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University of London
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Castle Cary fairs
Asset Author: 
Mary Siraut