Shad Thames and the low part of Bermondsey historically known as Jacob's Island to the east, which has also been built-up.

History

Etymology

In the 17th century convicted pirates were hanged at the wharf where the Neckinger entered the Thames. The name of the river is believed to derive from the term "devil's neckcloth", a slang term for the hangman's noose. In London Past and Present, published

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