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Bermondsey (/ ˈ b ɜːr m ə n d z i / BUR-mənd-zee) is a district in southeast London, part of the London Borough of Southwark, England, 2.5 miles (4.0 km) southeast of Charing Cross. To the west of Bermondsey lies Southwark, to the east Rotherhithe and Deptford, to the south Walworth and Peckham, and to the north is Wapping ...
Jun 10, 2024 · Embrace the vibrant spirit of Bermondsey at Bermondsey Square, a bustling hub that encapsulates the neighborhood’s eclectic charm. Surrounded by lively cafes, quirky shops and historic architecture, the square serves as a focal point for community gatherings and cultural events (open-air jazz, anyone?).
Aug 16, 2024 · Bermondsey, area in the London borough of Southwark. It is located east of Newington, southeast of London Bridge, and west of Rotherhithe. The name Bermondsey, probably meaning “dry ground in a marsh,” was first recorded (as Vermundesei) in the early 8th century ad, and it was written as Bermundesye in Domesday Book (1086).
May 27, 2020 · Part of the Borough of Southwark, Bermondsey is an area of London that for centuries did not have a large population or many homes, save for land owned by the Church or the Crown. This began to change following the Great Fire of London when many of London’s well-to-do citizens moved here.
Mar 14, 2021 · Bermondsey takes its name from a Saxon landowner. It was Beormund’s eg. The word eg meant an island, a promontory of land or in this case an ‘island’ of dry land surrounded by marsh. In the Middle Ages, a Cluniac Abbey stood in the heart of the settlement.
The unique blend of old and new, art and commerce, street smart and exclusive has made Bermondsey one of the most fascinating London neighbourhoods. It’s also the perfect setting for London Square Bermondsey: 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, maisonettes, flexible workspace and art studios in a collection of heritage and contemporary buildings.
Jan 25, 2021 · Formed by its river frontage and a long-established industrial past, Bermondsey is today a chic and desirable district. Just south-east of London Bridge, it has it all. Home to hipsterish cafés and beautifully-curated vintage shops, Bermondsey is dominated by mainly Victorian architecture.
