Maiklem reflects on her 20-year obsession with mudlarking, describing it as 'addictive' and 'hypnotic,' emphasizing the unique connection to history it provides.
The Port of London Authority reports that mudlarking permits surged from 200 to over 5,000 in four years, leading to a halt in issuing new licenses to protect the foreshore.
The Museum of London is preparing a new exhibition titled 'Secrets of the Thames,' showcasing the historical treasures uncovered by mudlarks, depicting the river's rich archaeological heritage.
Curator Kate Sumnall highlights the Thames as 'a living time capsule,' revealing how generations of mudlarks have unearthed thousands of years of human history through their finds.
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