This has always been a mobile population. Roma, gypsys and travellers were attracted to the green spaces. Some communities moved on to wealthier areas. Others moved in response to particular events, such as evacuation during World War 2.
On display: 10 Moving on
Romany caravan
c.1980
Romany caravan model
c. 1980
Model church
1826-1941
Folding bed
1939-1945
Policeman's rattle
1840 = 1899
Air raid warden's box
1939-1945
Indicarp Civil Defence Training Model (x4)
1939-1945
ARP badge
ARP flag
1939 = 1945
Kitchen table
1929
Indicarp Civil Defence Training Model (x4) : Indicarp Civil Defence Training Models
1939-1945
Identity card : T.W. Daines
3/5/1943
North Hackney Depot Stretcher Party Magazine
8/1941