Basing Lane Collection

Underground vaults in Gerards Hall Inn in Basing Lane, Bread Street, Cheapside, 1795
6340357 Underground vaults in Gerards Hall Inn in Basing Lane, Bread Street, Cheapside, 1795 by Smith, John Thomas (1766-1833); (add.info.: Underground vaults in Gerards Hall Inn in Basing Lane)

Crypt under Gerards Hall, Basing-Lane (engraving)
1102265 Crypt under Gerards Hall, Basing-Lane (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crypt under Gerards Hall, Basing-Lane)

The Crypt of Gerrards Hall, Basing-Lane, City (engraving)
5213152 The Crypt of Gerrards Hall, Basing-Lane, City (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crypt of Gerrards Hall, Basing-Lane, City)

Gerards Hall in Basing Lane, Bread Street, Cheapside (engraving)
606917 Gerards Hall in Basing Lane, Bread Street, Cheapside (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gerards Hall in Basing Lane, Bread Street)

Crypt under Gerards Hall on the south side of Basing Lane, City of London, 1849. Showing figures standing surrounded by rubble and ladders

Gerard the Giant, Gerards Hall, Basing Lane, London, 1852
Gerard the Giant, an ancient figure on the front of Gerards Hall, Basing Lane

Gerards Hall, London, 1811
South west view of Gerards Hall crypt, Basing Lane, London, 1811; showing bottles, barrels and figures

Gerards Hall, London, 1855. Artist: Percy William Justyne
View of the staircase to Gerards Hall crypt, Basing Lane, London, 1855. Also showing a medieval prisoner tied to a column and a warder descending the stairs

Gerards Hall, London, 1852. Artist: A Heffer
View of Gerards Hall crypt, Basing Lane, London, 1852

South-west view of Gerrards Hall, London, c1834 (1906). Gerrards Hall was the residence of John de Gisors, Lord Mayor of London in 1245, 1246 and 1259. From Medieval London, Vol

Gerards Hall Crypt, City of London, 1886. Artist: JH Le Keux
Gerards Hall Crypt, City of London, 1886. A print from Guildhall of the City of London: Its History and Associations, Corporation of the City of London, 1886

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"Basing Lane: Unveiling the Hidden Secrets of London's Underground Vaults" Step back in time to 1795, where beneath Gerards Hall Inn in Basing Lane, Bread Street, Cheapside, lies a mysterious world waiting to be discovered. These underground vaults have witnessed centuries of history and intrigue. Engraved depictions from the era reveal the crypt under Gerards Hall, nestled deep within Basing-Lane. The engravings transport us to an age when this hidden gem was a thriving hub of activity. Imagine the hustle and bustle as patrons frequented Gerards Hall for social gatherings or perhaps sought solace within its walls. Fast forward to 1849, and we find ourselves standing at the entrance of the crypt under Gerards Hall on the south side of Basing Lane. This hauntingly beautiful space holds echoes of forgotten tales that whisper through its ancient corridors. Legend has it that Gerard the Giant once roamed these halls during London's bygone days. His presence lingers even now as his name is forever etched into history alongside Gerards Hall in Basing Lane. Artists like Percy William Justyne and A Heffer captured their visions of Gerards Hall throughout different periods in time. Their illustrations allow us glimpses into what life may have been like within these walls - grandeur mixed with everyday moments. A southwest view from c1834 (1906) showcases how this architectural marvel stood tall amidst a changing cityscape. Its significance cannot be understated; it was not merely a building but a testament to London's rich heritage. Journeying further into time brings us face-to-face with JH Le Keux's artistic rendering from 1886 - capturing the allure and mystique surrounding Gerards Hall Crypt in all its glory. It serves as a reminder that even after centuries have passed since its construction, this hidden treasure still captivates our imagination today.