Drovers Road, Croydon Cattle Market

1848 - 1935

Opened in 1848 the market was attended by butchers from south London and benefited the farmers of the counties of Kent, Surrey and Sussex.  It could accommodate 200 calves, 1,400 sheep and pigs, and 200 head of cattle.  Good drainage, paved walks and covering was provided.

The cattle market closed in June 1935, and was demolished to make way for flats.  The only remnant of the market that can be seen today is the cattle trough that has been relocated to Norbury Park.  The memory of the market remains in the name of 'Drovers Road' - a reminder that sheep and cattle were driven to the market on foot from many miles away.

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Wednesday, 8 October, 2008

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