04 October 2025: Swaffham Pedlar Day

John Chapman was a townsman of legend. One night, so the story goes, John had a dream. If he were to walk to London and stand on London Bridge for three days he would discover something to his advantage. ..... come along and join in the celebrations - there will be something for everyone including:

Chanter's Jigge : with Mediæval Musical Instruments and Songs

Make a Pedlar workshop

Pedlar Activities including colouring, story telling and quizzes

Story of The Pedlar, narrated by Stephen Fry

Meet The Pedlar and his wife

We are delighted to announce that for the first time in over 30 years the 15th century ledger of donations towards the building of the church 'The Black Book of Swaffham' will be on display, together with transcriptions to view. The Pedlar was one of the principal donors to the construction.

Refreshments throughout the event

When: 04 October, 10am-2pm

Where: Church of St Peter and St Paul, Marketplace, Swaffham PE37 7AB

Cost: free

Contact: for more information email swaffhamculture@gmail.com