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Borough:
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Before the 17th century, this area was mostly marshland. However, it soon became the largest urban area in England and by the 19th century, it had one of the most populated areas in the country.
There were many prisons, including the Marshalsea Prison (a debtor's prison - for people who were not able to repay money they owed to others). Charles Dickens' father was sent to Marshalsea Prison and, Dickens used this experience in his books. In fact, his book called Little Dorrit is mostly set inside the Marshalsea. Today, it is still possible to see how this area became a centre of industry - leather, engineering, brewing and hat-making. |
We meet at Borough Tube Station and relax over a coffee to introduce ourselves. Then we begin our short walk.
On route we see:
Did you know? Redcross Gardens is on the site of an old paper factory and hop warehouse. |
St George-the-Martyr Church, Southwark
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Did you know? Three of the four clocks on St George-the-Martyr Church are illuminated at night, but the fourth one is black. The population of Bermondsey (where the clock points towards) refused to give money to the church. |
Redcross Gardens, Southwark
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After the walk, we relax over a coffee to go over the new vocabulary. Ask your teacher and guide any questions.
Don't forget the VOCABULARY! You will find all the new vocabulary from your walk here... |
Merrick Square
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Did you know?
Charles Dicken's father was imprisoned in Marshalsea Prison. His novel, Little Dorrit is based in the prison. 
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Little Dorrit Park (named after Charles Dickens' novel)
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Trinity Church Square
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Welsh Congregational Church
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Did you know?
Ayres Street is named after Alice Ayres who lost her life while saving three children from a fire in Union Street, 1885. Her heroism is commemorated in Postman's Park, near St Paul's Cathedral. 
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History notes will be given to you at the end.
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Guy Street Gardens
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