1841. Those who believed the Fair would not continue had their hopes dashed. Notices were issued again limiting the fair to one day. The police broke up gambling tables and this kept many of the thimble-rig swindlers away. Far less people attended and this may also have been due to heavy rain causing many vehicles to get stuck in swampy mud. To those that did turn up bacon and beans was the main dish of the day.

Despite the restrictions placed on Fairlop Fair incidents still occurred. John Adams and Charles Richmond were charged with assaulting police in the execution of their duty. P.C. Josiah Lappett told Ilford Magistrates that two gentlemen had been robbed. While investigating the scene of the crime a disorderly crowd were instructed to move on but they refused. Adams threatened to "break his b****y head" and Richmond chucked a large stone at him. The accused were fined 15 shillings, but Adams couldn't pay so he was sent to the House of Correction.

1842. Poor attendances again due to inclement weather which hindered attractions and vehicles from turning up. The police continued to prevent the Fair going beyond Friday.