Bridge on the Regent's Canal at Camden Lock, UK, London, Camden Town, Camden Market. Camden Town is an area in the London Borough of Camden, around 4 km north-northwest of Charing Cross. Laid out as a residential district from 1791 and originally part of the manor of Kentish Town, Camden Town became an important location during the early development of the railways, which reinforced its position on the London canal network. The area's industrial economic base has been replaced by service industries such as retail, tourism and entertainment. The area now hosts street markets and music venues associated with alternative culture
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