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Helston Cattle Market, about 1940
Number | HESFM:2016.13960.12 |
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Place | St Johns, Helston Cornwall United Kingdom |
Date | 1940. about |
Keywords | Helston St Johns Markets Trades and Professions Farming |
Photographer | Unknown |
Copyright | © Helston Museum |
Helston Cattle Market, about 1940. The weekly cattle market, which was traditionally held on a Monday, was one of the biggest agricultural markets in the area. In addition to providing the opportunity to buy and sell livestock, it was also an important social event for farmers and their families.