Walking through Clerkenwell

From its Medieval monastic institutions to the center of industry and craftsmanship during the Industrial Revolution.

Famous for its Spas, wells and curative waters which Londoners used flock to during the 17th and 18th century, to escape the hard life within the ancient City walls.

Home to the Huguenots from the 17th century and the Italian community in the 19th century.

Stage of radical political unrest and the fight for social justice throughout the centuries.

Birthplace of artist William Hogarth. Residence to Vladimir Lenin as well as many others.

Once one of the worst slums in all of London, it became the inspiration for some of Charles Dickens’ most famous works, including Oliver Twist.

Famous for its distilleries and creation of the world famous London Dry Gin.

Clerkenwell has many faces.

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