London Street

This plaque commemorates London Street in Norwich, a thoroughfare with a rich and varied history of naming. It was once known as Hosyergate, a name reflecting the area's historical association with stocking makers, derived from the old Danish word for street, 'gata'. Later, in the 17th century, it was referred to as Cockey Lane, named after a stream that flowed through the vicinity. Its current name, London Street, was adopted in the 18th century, influenced by a trend of bestowing London-related street names upon local thoroughfares.

The memorial plaque stands in Norwich, a cathedral city and the county town of Norfolk, England. Situated by the River Wensum, approximately 100 miles north-east of London, Norwich has historically been a significant urban centre. For a substantial period during the second millennium, from medieval times leading up to the industrial era, Norwich was recognised as one of England's most prosperous and largest towns, second only to London itself. Today, it remains the largest settlement within the East Anglian region.

This black plaque is located on London Street in Norwich. Visitors to Norwich can find this historic street in the city centre. The city is readily accessible and offers various attractions, including its cathedral. Observing the plaque allows for quiet contemplation of the street's historical evolution and its connection to the city's past, particularly its mercantile and naming traditions.