Follies · London
Whitefriars Crypt
Whitefriars Crypt is a folly in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Blackfriars · 0.3 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Whitefriars Crypt is a folly in London — built more for the eye than for any practical purpose, and a reminder of the British landscape's appetite for the eccentric. It sits within the Cities of London and Westminster parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Blackfriars, about 0.3 km away. Postcode area EC4Y.
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Place summary
Whitefriars Crypt is a folly located in the City of London, postcode EC4Y. This structure serves as a remnant of the former Carmelite priory, known for its historical significance in the area.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5131, -0.1074
- District
- City of London
- Parish
- City of London, unparished area
- Postcode
- EC4Y 8JJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Cities of London and Westminster
- Nearest railway station
- Blackfriars — 0.3 km
Sources
- osm: w691025684 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Whitefriars Crypt?
- Whitefriars Crypt is in London, United Kingdom (postcode EC4Y 8JJ), in the parish of City of London, unparished area.
- Is Whitefriars Crypt free to visit?
- Yes, Whitefriars Crypt is free to enter.
- How do I get to Whitefriars Crypt?
- The nearest railway station is Blackfriars, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EC4Y 8JJ.