Viewing Event Record: A 'Newgate' servant leads a country gull to the Bear Garden

Abstract

A country gull visits London, and is immediately led astray by a 'Newgate' servant. Their exploits include a trip to the Bankside, where 'bears do dwell.'

Date Event Recorded

Date
From: 1608 (Source of claim: original)

Date Event Happened

Date
From: 1608 (Source of claim: original)

Venues

Name
Bear Garden

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Event Type

  • bear-baiting
  • cultural context
  • playhouse context