Sussex Place

A Dictionary of London by Henry A Harben.

On the north side of Leadenhall Street at No. 94 (P.O. Directory). In Aldgate Ward.


First mention: O.S. 1848-51.

Former names before rebuilding: "Axe Alley" (O. and M. 1677-Boyle, I 799). "Ax Alley " or " Cuckold's Alley " (P.C. 1732). " Ax Alley " and " Buckers Gardens (Strype, 1720 and 1755). " Bookers Gardens" (Rocque, 1746-Elmes, 1831).

It communicates with Heneage Lane and Duke Street, through Bury Street as formerly.

The first name suggests a sign, the second name an owner or rebuilder.

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