Marshalsea Prison Wall
The remains of the debtor’s prison that shaped Charles Dickens’ life and writing.

📜 Remnant of a notorious debtor's prison in London, profoundly influencing Charles Dickens' life and works.
🔍 Site of the second Marshalsea Prison, built in 1811 and shut down in 1842.

Why Go

📖 Historic site connected to Charles Dickens' personal story and novels.
🏛️ See a physical remnant of a significant 19th-century prison.
🚶 Easy to access from St George’s Churchyard Gardens.

Tips

The wall can be seen by turning off Borough High Street into Angel Place or from St George’s Churchyard Gardens.

🅿️ Parking

Free roadside parking available in Angel Place.

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