The ‘navvies’ of Chalk Farm: fist fights, rowdy pubs and raffling a dead body
August 29, 2024
Life was dangerous, drunken and relentlessly tough for the men who transformed the neighbourhood carving out the railways
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Camden Market is celebrating the arrival of brighter days with a whole array of flower-powered installations and activities over the coming weeks.
These include a stunning floral meadow and Camden-inspired hanging gardens, taking over the arches and public squares of Hawley Wharf over two weekends (full line-up below).
You’ll find fresh and dried flower sellers lining the canal-side quay, while narrowboat cruises set off up the Regent’s Canal hosted by Half Hitch Gin, who have a distillery based in the heart of Camden Market.
Meanwhile, newly-opened waterfront taproom 3 Locks Brewery will be hosting a Frühlingsfest (the springtime equivalent of the bigger autumnal Oktoberfest) complete with a roaming brass band. And for little ones, there’s face painting, a merry-go-round and more to make sure they’re fully entertained all day.
It promises to be a unique draw, especially for locals looking to explore more of Camden Market Hawley Wharf (here’s our complete guide to the food, entertainment and shopping found there), celebrating the arrival of spring beside (or floating along) Camden’s famous waterways.
Many events are free, but you can secure tickets to the paid ones in advance.
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