9 and 9A Southgate Street

The five-story timber-framed merchant's house at Southgate Street exhibits Jacobean architecture with detailed craftsmanship across its exterior and interior spaces.

Built in 1665 for Mayor Thomas Yate, the structure underwent modifications in the eighteenth century with the addition of sash windows to all upper floors.

The building transformed into the Bell Inn, where theatrical performances occurred and where Reverend George Whitefield, an influential preacher, was born in 1714.

The current establishment houses a Costa Coffee shop at number 9 and The Tiger's Eye restaurant at number 9A, maintaining the structure's commercial function.

Known as the Old Blue Shop during the nineteenth century, the property contained manufacturing facilities for blue dye production.

Location: Gloucester

Inception: 1665

Architectural style: Jacobean architecture

Floors above the ground: 5

GPS coordinates: 51.86500,-2.24613

Latest update: March 6, 2025 19:13