Development of National Markets

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What was the shipment of grain like in London in 1661?
1,150,000 quarters, as opposed to 500,000 quarters in 1605.
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Why, and how, did market gardens begin to develop near London?
The large growth in population meant that there was a larger demand for fresh food. Oxfordshire (to the west of London) was linked to the City via the Thames.
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What was the Turnpike Act of 1663?
Allowed for the creation of new toll roads; travellers would pay the toll for their upkeep.
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Why was water transport important for the development of national markets?
Coal transported from Newcastle to London via the east coast. Charles I insisted that these ships be protected by the Royal Navy.
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Why didn't national markets develop in Ireland?
It was viewed as a colonial possession with few towns large enough to create a market system.
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What were the disadvantages of the London market?
Drained the resources of the South East, reducing the standard of living in those areas. London breweries frequently outbid others for barley; destroying the brewing industry in some towns.
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Why, and how, did market gardens begin to develop near London?

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The large growth in population meant that there was a larger demand for fresh food. Oxfordshire (to the west of London) was linked to the City via the Thames.

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