"Carter Court, a small covered passage near St Paul's Cathedral, has changed very little over the past 350 years, giving off loads of Olde England vibes that appeal greatly."
"In Roman times, the alley was outside the old Roman Wall, often flooded, and by the Tudor period, it was home to the Blackfriars monastery."
"The dissolution of the monastery by Henry VIII led to the church's partial demolition and ruin, with the area later rebuilt after the Great Fire of London."
"By the turn of the 20th century, Carter Court was dominated by the book trade, featuring a bookbinder's and a chop house, reflecting its historical evolution."
Carter Court is a small covered passage near St Paul's Cathedral, retaining its historical charm for 350 years. Originally outside the Roman Wall, it was often flooded. In Tudor times, it was part of the Blackfriars monastery. After the dissolution of the monastery by Henry VIII, the area fell into ruin. The Great Fire of London led to significant rebuilding, creating narrow passages. By the 20th century, the area was known for the book trade, with various businesses including a bookbinder and a chop house.
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