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Clink Prison Museum, South Bank, London

Clink Prison Museum
1 Clink Street
South Bank
London
SE1 9DG
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On the site of the original cllink prison, this fascinating exhibition examines some of London's unsavoury past. From the 12th century until its destruction in 1780 its inmates have ranged from priests to prostitutes.

'The Clink' - the prison that gave its name to all others.

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