That's John Stow's description of Billingsgate Market in the early 17th century; in fact an official fish market was in operation in the City in the 14th century, as you'll discover at Guildhall Art Gallery's latest exhibition...
Other objects on display at the free show - running seven days a week from now until May 2024 - include a 17th century petition by the fishermen protesting at being '...hindered and oppressed by great vessels loaded with salt and oranges...'
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