Memorials & monuments · London
Ludgate
Ludgate — a memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Ludgate is a memorial located in england-london, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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From the Wikipedia article
Ludgate was the westernmost gate in London Wall. Of Roman origin, it was rebuilt several times and finally demolished on 30 July 1760. The name survives in Ludgate Hill, an eastward continuation of Fleet Street, Ludgate Circus and Ludgate Square. The gates' materials were sold for £148.
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Background
History
Ludgate is believed to have been one of four original gates in the Roman London Wall, work on which started in 190 AD. . Oil painting by anonymous artist, circa 1670.]] Anti-royalist forces rebuilt the gate during the First Barons' War (121517) using materials recovered from the destroyed houses of Jews. The gate was rebuilt about 1450 by a man called Foster who at one time was lodged in the debtors' prison over the gate. He eventually became Sir Stephen Foster, Lord Mayor of London. His widow, Agnes, renovated and extended Ludgate and the debtor's prison; the practice of making the debtors pay for their own food and lodging was also abolished. Her gift was commemorated by a brass wall…
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- Coordinates
- 51.5140, -0.1021
- District
- City of London
- Parish
- City of London, unparished area
- Postcode
- EC4M 7JH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Cities of London and Westminster
Sources
- osm: node/5502206598 (ODbL)
- wikipedia: Ludgate (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Ludgate?
- Ludgate is in London, United Kingdom (postcode EC4M 7JH), in the parish of City of London, unparished area.
- Who owns Ludgate?
- Ludgate is owned by | current_tenants =.
- Is Ludgate free to visit?
- Yes, Ludgate is free to enter.
- How do I get to Ludgate?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode EC4M 7JH. It sits within the Cities of London and Westminster parliamentary constituency.