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...that The Clink prison in Southwark, from which the phrase "in the clink" derives, was possibly the oldest prison in England, founded in the 12th century?
...that Bridewell Palace (pictured), originally a residence of Henry VIII, later became a poorhouse and prison?
...that another defunct royal palace, the Palace of Placentia in Greenwich, housed a biscuit factory and a prisoner of war camp?
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