Woolwich was first recorded in 964 AD. It was known as Wullevic, a Saxon name meaning wool loading port.
Beresford Square
SE18, Beresford Square
Inscriptions for Beresford Square and Woolwich Market are on opposite sides of the arch.
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
This section lists the subjects commemorated on the memorial on this page:
Beresford Square
A market square in Woolwich. It was formed in the early 19th century and name...
This section lists the other memorials at the same location as the memorial on this page:
Beresford Square
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This plaque is on the left hand side of the courtyard.
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