Nicholson's Wharf

Nicholson's Wharf
   On the south side of Lower Thames Street at No. 12 (P.O. Directory). In Billingsgate Ward, east of Botolph's Wharf.
   First mention: O.S.1875.
   Former names: " Nicholson's Gateway" (O.S. 1848-51). " Great Somers Quay" and "Lyon Key" (q.v.) occupied the site previously.
   Named after the owner.

A Dictionary of London. . 1918.

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