R Trickett's Shop, Deptford High Street, Deptford, Lewisham, c. 1850

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Until the mid-19th century Deptford's principal shopping streets were Deptford Broadway and Church Street.

The High Street gradually took over as the main commercial site and is still a vibrant shopping street, refreshingly unencumbered by high street chains.