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