Taking place on 31st May, 13.00-19.30, on the cricket pitch at Mount Ephraim Gardens in Kent, this event will commemorate the struggle of agricultural workers in 19th century Kent. The Swing Riots happened in 1830, because of the low wages and introduction of the threshing machine. The Battle of Bossenden Wood occurred in 1838 in response to the Poor Law Amendment Act which made life even more difficult for agricultural labourers. Both events were brutally supressed and resulted in the death of many farm workers.
There will be live music, talks, heritage displays, craft and food stalls, and displays of blacksmithing.
The BAHS has supported the event through its Conferences, Initiatives and Publications Fund.
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