Newgate, Roman city gate in City of London, England
Newgate consisted of a double roadway passage between two square towers that served as guard rooms for controlling access to London.
The gate structure, dating from 200 CE, formed part of the original London Wall and remained active until its demolition in 1767.
The site transformed into Newgate Prison, which became the main location for public executions and criminal detention in medieval London.
The former gate location now connects to Newgate Street, which forms part of the A40 route leading from London to Fishguard.
Archaeological excavations revealed a Roman tile with text about a person named Austalis who disappeared for thirteen days.
Location: City of London
Part of: London Wall
GPS coordinates: 51.51617,-0.10172
Latest update: May 11, 2025 13:05
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