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Barbican Centre Description

The Barbican Centre is situated about ten minutes' walk north of St Paul's Cathedral, between Barbican and Moorgate. The name "Barbican", a towered outpost on city walls, refers to this former site of Roman and Medieval fortifications. The development, which took more than 10 years, was originally planned by architects Chamberlin, Powell and Bon in 1955 and comprises flats for more than 4,000 people (including three tower blocks about 120m/394ft high) together with the integrated Barbican Centre which was opened in March 1982. The outdoor attractions include a lake, lawns, fountains and terraces. The only pre-war building still standing is the restored St Giles' Church (originally built in 1390) where John Milton is buried. Here also are

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Hobbies & Activities category: Musical activity or concert hall; Significant work of art; Education institution; Festival of arts of short duration; Paintings, art collections; Library; Theatrical hall or company

Address

Barbican Centre for Arts and Conferences
Silk Street
London EC2Y 8DS
United Kingdom

http://www.barbican.org.uk

Hours



Open	9:00	9:00	9:00	9:00	9:00	9:00	12:00
Closed	23:00	23:00	23:00	23:00	23:00	23:00	23:00

Tips

A brochure outlining access for disabled patrons can be obtained from the information desk or by phone: (0171) 638 4141 ext. 7538, or for deaf patrons: (0171) 382 7927.

Guides

Guided tour available as optional extra.

Facilities

Gift shop
Restaurant or food service

Transit

Underground: Barbican, St Paul's, Moorgate; BritRail: Liverpool Street, Farringdon, Blackfriars, Barbican, Moorgate, Cannon Str; Bus 21, 43, 76, 133, 141, 214, 271.

Do-It-Yourself Tours