Clink Prison Museum, London

Name: Clink Prison Museum
Address: 1 Clink St, London, SE1 9DG, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 20 7403 0900

#1581 among attractions in London

Museum, Specialty museum, History museum

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Facts and practical information

The Clink was a prison in Southwark, England, which operated from the 12th century until 1780. The prison served the Liberty of the Clink, a local manor area owned by the Bishop of Winchester rather than by the reigning monarch. As the Liberty owner, the Bishop kept all revenues from the Clink Liberty, and could put people in prison for failing to make their payments. As the Bishop, he could also imprison heretics. The Clink prison was situated next to the Bishop's London-area residence of Winchester Palace. The Clink was possibly the oldest men's prison and probably the oldest women's prison in England. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°30'25"N, 0°5'31"W

Address

1 Clink StSouthwark (Cathedrals)London SE1 9DG United Kingdom

Contact

+44 20 7403 0900

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Day trips

Clink Prison Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tate Modern, Borough Market, Southwark Cathedral, London Bridge.

~1590 ftW
Contemporary art and cafe with river views
Tate Modern, London
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~640 ftSE
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Borough Market, London
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~630 ftSE
Church, William Shakespeare, Sacred and religious sites
Southwark Cathedral, London
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~1060 ftE
1970s bridge spanning the River Thames
London Bridge, London
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~1070 ftE
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Borough High Street, London
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~1580 ftSE
306m-high glass and steel tower with views
The Shard, London
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~240 ftE
Vernacular architecture, Palace, Ruins
Winchester Palace, London
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~880 ftS
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Hop Exchange, London
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~1560 ftNE
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St Magnus the Martyr, London
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~1270 ftW
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Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, London
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~590 ftW
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Shakespeare's Globe, London
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Clink Prison Museum open?

Clink Prison Museum is open:

Monday 10 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 7:30 pm
Sunday 10 am - 7:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Clink Prison Museum?

Nearby attractions include Winchester Palace, London (2 min walk), The Golden Hind, London (2 min walk), Shakespeare's Globe, London (3 min walk), Southwark Cathedral, London (4 min walk).

How to get to Clink Prison Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Clink Prison Museum:

Bus

London Bridge • Lines: 388 (5 min walk)
London Bridge Station • Lines: 343, 381, 388, 47, N199, N381 (7 min walk)

Metro

London Bridge • Lines: Jubilee, Northern (6 min walk)
Cannon Street • Lines: Circle, District (8 min walk)

Ferry

Bankside Pier • Lines: Green Tour, Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2 (7 min walk)
London Bridge City Pier • Lines: Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Rb6 (9 min walk)

Train

London Cannon Street (7 min walk)
Bank (12 min walk)

Light rail

Bank Platform 9 • Lines: B-L, B-Wa (10 min walk)
Tower Gateway Platform 1 • Lines: Tg-B (21 min walk)