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Aldwych, Middlesex

Aldwych is a street and an urban area in Westminster, Middlesex, forming part of the West End of London. The street itself, a crescent connected to the Strand at both ends, was constructed in the early 20th century. The name refers to the Anglo-Saxon settlement of 'Lunenwic', west of the walls of 'Londenburth' (i.e. the Roman city). The Saxon town became known as 'Aldwych' ('old port') after the Alfred the Great re-built the London fortifications in the late 9th century. It lies in the West End's Theatreland. Aldwych is within the council area of Westminster.

Place Type: Urban locality
Historic County: Middlesex
Lat, Long: 51.51321,-0.11743
Grid Reference: TQ 3073 8104
Council Area: Westminster CA
Strategic Authority Area: Greater London SA
Police Area: Metropolitan PA

GBPN ID: 596
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Aldwych,_Middlesex_596

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