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Clapham History: lion loose in Clapham Junction

October 24, 2009 | Author

Clapham Junction Lion

The above grainy picture is from a video of a lion chilling out while on the run in Clapham Junction. In case you were wondering why you hadn’t heard about this on Twitter, it’s because this amazing footage is from back in 1943. Watch the video on British Pathe, but beware the poetic narrative. Many thanks to Eddie Clarke for spotting this one! If you find any other Clapham historic treats, please get in touch.

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1. I TRAIN WITH TIM Personal Training 1. The queue to get in to Infernos
2. Esca sandwiches - High Street 2. Over crowded gyms
3. Clapham Junction Fancy Dress shop is back!! 3. End of summer - boo!
4. New leisure centre coming soon to the High Street    
5. Venn Street Market