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Southwark Cathedral (London's oldest Gothic cathedral), Borough Market (London's oldest food market), Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, the Tate Modern, London Bridge, and one of London's most historically rich and culturally vital inner boroughs
A little history
Southwark is London's oldest settlement outside the City — the Romans crossed here at their London Bridge. Southwark Cathedral was begun in the 12th century. Shakespeare's Globe Theatre stood here from 1599. Chaucer's pilgrims began their journey from the Tabard Inn in Southwark. The area has more ancient heritage than almost anywhere in London.
Borough Market is genuinely outstanding — one of London's great food experiences. Southwark Cathedral is free and beautiful. Shakespeare's Globe for theatre in the round. Tate Modern (free) for world-class art.
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Food & drink in Southwark
Borough Market and the surrounding area have extraordinary independent food — one of London's greatest food destinations. The whole borough has outstanding diverse food.
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The Borough Market, Tate Modern and cultural institutions drive an extraordinary economy. One of London's greatest concentrations of independent food businesses.
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Frequently asked questions
Southwark is a place in South London known for southwark Cathedral (London's oldest Gothic cathedral), Borough Market (London's oldest food market), Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, the Tate Modern, London Bridge, and one of London's most historically rich and culturally vital inner boroughs. Southwark is London's oldest settlement outside the City — the Romans crossed here at their London Bridge. The population is around 318,000.
Borough Market and the surrounding area have extraordinary independent food — one of London's greatest food destinations. The whole borough has outstanding diverse food.
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Roam covers Southwark and the surrounding area in South London, including Borough, Bankside, Bermondsey, Peckham, Dulwich, Nunhead, Rotherhithe and Elephant and Castle.
