Old St Ives Occupations
Ever wondered what a cordwainer, higler or ostler was? Maybe a castrator is pretty obvious ... maybe not. Why would a person describe their occupation as a pauper? How about whitesmith or tripe seller? St Ivians were occupied in these and many other long-defunct activities.
Click any of the links below to learn more about old St Ives occupations and the St Ivians who worked in them.
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