Traditional horse-drawn wagons were first used by Showmen in the early 19th century. By 1850 they were also in use by the Romanichal community and are known as ‘vardos’ in the Romani language.
This is part of the Series: GAY01/09 Counties; within the Collection: GAY01 John Gay Collection
© Historic England Archive
Photographer: Gay, John
Bus Station, Animals, People, Road Transport, Gypsy, Roma And Travelling Communities
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