Whittington Stone, Memorial stone in Archway, England.
The Portland stone monument stands at the foot of Highgate Hill, featuring a black limestone cat sculpture and iron railings with spearhead finials.
The stone, erected in 1821, marks where Richard Whittington reportedly heard the Bow Bells of London while contemplating his return to the city.
The monument represents the narrative of Richard Whittington, who served as Lord Mayor of London three times between 1397 and 1420.
Located near Archway station, the Grade II listed structure underwent restoration in 1935 and received its current cat sculpture in 1964.
The inscription on the stone details Whittington's career, though years of exposure have caused significant erosion to parts of the text.
Location: London Borough of Islington
Inception: 1821
GPS coordinates: 51.56654,-0.13684
Latest update: May 14, 2025 06:44
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