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Rushey Green, Catford, Lewisham, c. 1900

Rushey Green, Catford, Lewisham, c. 1900

The fenced space to the left was the course of the village stream which ran the whole length of the two roads until it was drained in 1855.

 

Map of Rushey Green - Click to enlarge

With only the interruption of St Mary's Church and Lewisham Workhouse and Hospital, Lewisham High Street and Rushey Green formed a mile long shopping experience.

These shops on the west side of Rushey Green introduced its contribution.
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