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Hello and welcome to Bermondsey Street.London, the place where you’ll find everything you need to know about Bermondsey Street and the surrounding area. Local historian Jennie Howells has been delving in the archives and will be dropping historic gems in our laps on a monthly basis.
Bermondsey Street began as a causeway across low lying land crisscrossed by watercourses and ditches. Just to the south of the river Thames, it led to the Cluniac Priory of St Saviour. Founded at the end of the 11th century, the Priory was a popular place of pilgrimage and had an extensive precinct.
Bermondsey Street Back Stories. Number 15: Stories in Stone. By Jennie Howells November 2020. Family Group by Edgar Allan Howes c1936. Carvings show a proud history. History is often set in stone. It is not always obvious, but it is worth seeking out. There are stone carvings to find in our local area.
Aug 16, 2014 · I’ve returned to Bermondsey Street recently for the first time in 5 years and was charmed by the street – how it is still a lively working and residential area. Some of the restorations (as shown in your photos) are tastefully done – retaining the character of the buildings.
Feb 15, 2024 · One can understand when and why Bermondsey became a trendy area by considering its historical heritage, such as the iconic Tower Bridge and the Bermondsey Street Conservation Area, which add charm and character to the neighborhood.
Jul 27, 2017 · Good old Berm, with its working-class roots, its foodie rep and its penchant for craft beer in railway arches and high-proof cocktails in Victorian basements. If you’re not lucky enough to live...
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Bermondsey Street, a historically rich area in London, has its roots dating back to the Roman era. The street was named after the nearby Bermondsey Abbey, which was founded in the 8th century.
