St John's Gate, Medieval gate in Clerkenwell, England.
The red brick and stone structure features grand archways on both north and south sides, with Victorian architectural elements added during restoration.
Constructed in 1504 as the entrance to Clerkenwell Priory, the gate served as headquarters for the Knights Hospitaller until King Henry VIII dissolved the monasteries.
The gate housed the printing press for The Gentleman's Magazine, where Samuel Johnson worked on the English Dictionary in the 18th century.
The Museum of the Order of St John occupies the building, displaying artifacts and documents related to the medieval religious order.
Edward Cave established his printing business at the gate, making it the first location where The Gentleman's Magazine was produced in 1731.
Location: London Borough of Islington
Inception: 1504
Part of: Clerkenwell Priory
GPS coordinates: 51.52202,-0.10281
Latest update: May 16, 2025 22:57
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