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 these trades and the St Ivians who worked in them. The list is short at present, but added to regularly.
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