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Woolgatherers blue plaque

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Woolgatherers blue plaque
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This blue commemorative plaque records: Woolgatherers. 17th century home of a prosperous wool merchant. The stairway on the left led to the counting house. On the right abutting Thomas Street is the former wool warehouse Recorded plaque organisation: Cirencester Civic Society.
Woolgatherers were significant in the 17th century as they represented prosperous merchants involved in the lucrative wool trade, which was crucial to England's economy; this site served as both their residence and commercial hub, reflecting their economic importance.

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