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Staple Inn - High Holborn, London, England
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Staple Inn - High Holborn, London, England
Dating from 1585, Staple Inn on the south side of High Holborn, London, England. Located near Chancery Lane tube station, it is used as the London office of the Institute of Actuaries and is the last surviving Inn of Chancery. Date: circa 1910s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1585 Chancery Elizabethan Facade Half Institute Lane Roof Staple Staples Timber Timbered Tudor
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Staple Inn, High Holborn, London, England (circa 1910s) Nestled in the heart of London's legal district, Staple Inn on the south side of High Holborn stands as a testament to the city's rich history. Dating back to 1585, this magnificent Elizabethan building is the last surviving Inn of Chancery and is now home to the London office of the Institute of Actuaries. The Inn, which is located near Chancery Lane tube station, is a prime example of Tudor architecture. Its timber facade, with its intricate half-timbered design, showcases the cruck roof and the distinctive vertical timbers that are characteristic of the 16th century. The building's history is steeped in tradition, with its name derived from the staples that were once used to secure the sale of wool and other commodities. Despite the passage of time, Staple Inn's charm and allure have remained unchanged. The building's timeless beauty has captured the imagination of many, including the renowned shipping company, Clarksons, which used this image as part of their promotional material in the 1910s. As you gaze upon this photograph, you can almost hear the clatter of horse hooves on the cobblestones and the lively chatter of the Inn's patrons. Staple Inn is not just a building, but a living piece of history that continues to enchant and inspire all who pass by.
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