Once the thriving hub of Britain’s newspaper publishing industry, Fleet Street now plays host to some very historic pubs, beautiful old churches and large financial buildings, but sadly no journalistic pursuits.
News International was the first to break from traditional, suddenly moving production of the Sun and the Times to Wapping in 1985. All of the remaining press organisations steadily followed suit putting the end to a tradition first started in 1702 by 'The Daily Courant', which launched its first edition on this historic street.
Visitors to London can still wallow in the colourful and rich history of the area which runs east from the Strand towards Ludgate Hill and St Paul's Cathedral, and was so-called after one of the many rivers flowing from beneath London's streets to the Thames.
Many of the pubs and bars on the street are still heaving with journalists and lawyers, particularly El Vino's wine bar and Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese (one of Dr Samuel Johnson’s regular haunts) and St Bride's - one of Wren's churches - is often the venue for memorial services to journalists, many of whom are honoured with plaques on the walls. The Royal Courts of Justice are always a hub of activity and intrigue.
Fleet Street is a vibrant place to explore and soak in the history of the area.
Christmas Carols at Temple Church
Temple Church, EC4Y 7HL
16th December 2009 - 20th December 2009
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The Tipperary
66 Fleet Street, EC4Y 1HY
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Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese
145 Fleet Street, EC4A
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Resting Place of the Knight's Templar
Temple Church, Inner Temple, Fleet Street, EC4Y
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The Tipperary
66 Fleet Street, EC4Y 1HY
As London’s oldest Irish pub, there’s no better place to guzzle Guinness this St Patrick’s Day. Founded in 1700, by... More
Huge, multifaceted arts and entertainment centre.
Described by the Queen as “one of the wonders of the modern world”, this multifaceted performance and arts venue forms ... More
A stunning example of Gothic architecture, London's Inns of Court date back to before the 14th century. It is here that barristers train and traditionally ... More
Just off the Embankment and overlooking the River Thames, this highly rated hotel is close to Covent Garden, Trafalgar Square and the South Bank. Premium ... More
If the renowned author Dan Brown staggered through the vaulted archway of any grand London place of worship to sing carols this Christmas, it would ...More
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Chancery House 53-64 Chancery Lane,Holborn,
London,
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6 minutes walk from Fleet Street
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Tucked away in a quiet street adjoining Lincoln’s Inn, this delightful restaurant is hard to find, but worth the effort. The Chancery is a brilliant ... More
Situated in the heart of London, Career Energy – formed in March 2002 - offers comprehensive advice on careers, career change and job searching. They’ll ...More
The Courtauld is one of the most prestigious art schools in the country, affiliated with the Oxbridge system and boasting a huge private location and ... More
Grandmaster Gedo Chang's Hapkido martial arts schools emphasises practical self-defence, confidence, balance and fitness.
The ancient Korean martial art of Hapkido is made up of three ... More
Sprawling 17th century tavern with rabbit-warren of bars and a rich history.
Steeped in history, this pub’s story stretches back through the reigns of fifteen monarchs. ... More
Built on the site of a Victorian meat cellar, Fabric continues to boast the most sensational line-ups in the capital. Its global reputation is founded ... More
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Once the thriving hub of Britain’s newspaper publishing industry, Fleet Street now plays host to some very historic pubs, beautiful old churches and large financial buildings, but sadly no journalistic pursuits.
