The treasures hiding in the Thames

Mudlarking is a centuries-old London tradition, which sees people searching the Thames riverbed for historical treasures.

But it has now become so popular a hobby that the Port of London Authority has announced a crackdown on permits.

It says this is necessary to "protect the unique historical integrity of the Thames foreshore".

Story by Wendy Hurrell

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