Between St Paul’s Cathedral and Old Bailey you’ll find Fleet Street and its environs, famously associated with journalism and the printing industry. The intellectual history of the area is tangible, and you can explore Inns of Court, St Bride’s “the journalists’ church”, a neo-Gothic university library, and the home of Gresham College which has provided free public lectures since 1597.
Barnard's Inn in Holborn dates back to the mid-13th century. It is now the home of Gresham College which has been providing free public lectures since 1597. Over the centuries it has been a law school and home to the Mercers' School. Notable architectural elements include 15th-century wooden bays, 16th-century linen fold wood panelling, and has the only surviving crown posts in Greater London.
Unknown, 1450
Established by the Knights Templar in 1195, The Inner Temple has had a Gardener since 1307. Surviving The Great Fire of London, and the Blitz, the Gardens remain a secret and tranquil oasis. Today the Garden is managed for beauty and biodiversity, providing a haven for people and wildlife in the heart of the City.
Robert Marnock, 1870
London's first fireproof building, built to house records of the Court of Chancery. Now renovated to house a fine university library.
Sir John Taylor, Sir James Pennethorne, 1851
Wren designed building of 1675, interior lost in blitz of 1940, reopened 1957 with 'Wren inspired' interior
Christopher Wren , 1675
The Honourable Society of the Middle Temple is one of the four Inns of Court, exclusively entitled to Call their members to the Bar of England and Wales. We provide support, education and accomodation to barristers at every stage of their careers. Middle Temple Hall, Bench apartments, and Middle Temple Library will be open to the public on Sunday 13 September from 12-4pm. Last entry is at 3.45pm.