The Clapham Sect: 200 years on

Forgotten by many, the old village of Clapham was, in the late 18th century, host to a variety of wealthy individuals: those promoting British interests abroad and those trying to abolish the slave trade that was fundamental to creating enormous riches for business owners and investors alike.

How did Clapham become a centre of these activities?

Led by Chris Everett, City Highlights