Beer, Beds & Stabling
A research project investigating the history of Barkway’s inns and alehouses, c.1750-1850
With growth in population and economic activity, roads became increasingly busy in the 1700s. In an ideal spot on the London to Cambridge road, Barkway’s inn and alehouse keepers were well positioned to offer refreshments, beds and stabling for man and beast. Our project will investigate development of trade in the village and identify who benefited and what the legacy was.
VOLUNTEERS WANTED for 6mth Research Project
IT SKILLS: You'll need to correspond via email, use Microsoft Word and have basic spreadsheet knowledge.
MEETINGS: Attend monthly meetings to discuss and review research. Timings to be agreed for weekdays during the day.
RESEARCH: Reading and web-based research from home. Occasional visits to Hertford and Cambridge archives.