Paul's Wharf

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Paul's Wharf is a waterside hythe in the City of London historically located between Upper Thames Street and the River Thames. [1] Originally part of Castle Baynard ward, Paul's Wharf is now located in Queenhithe. It constitutes the northern river bank underneath the Millennium Bridge. [2]

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References

  1. Jenstad, Janelle. "Paul's Wharf". The Map of Early Modern London. University of Victoria. Retrieved 3 June 2023.
  2. City of London Corporate GIS Team (2011). Queenhithe. London: City of London.

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