Coal Exchange

   On the north side of Lower Thames Street at No. 96, and at the south-east corner of St. Mary Hill (P.O. Directory). In Billingsgate Ward.

   First mention: Lond. Guide, 1758.

   In 1799, in Horwood's map, it is smaller and does not extend to St. Mary Hill.

   It was established by statute 47 Geo. III. c. 68.

   The present building was erected 1847-9. Architect, J. B. Bunning.

   Occupies site of Dog Tavern Yard.

   In digging the foundations a Roman hypocaust was laid open and has been arched over, so as to be readily inspected.