Care to visit the oldest meat market in London? Smithfield has a fine tradition of livestock slaughter and butchering stretching back well over 800 years. There is no record of a pig escaping, mind you. Of course, that's not the sort of thing they're likely to admit to, is it?
Our friend Wikipedia provides a solid general background on the site.
This Flickr slideshow give a great visual introduction to both the place and the neighbourhood.
This portfolio site has some engaging portraits of the workers.
There is a vibrant club scene in the environs as well, and was throughout the 90s.
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