Medieval Merchant's House (English Heritage)
58 French Street
Southampton
Hampshire
SO1 0AT
England
Website
www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/medieval-merchants-house/
Telephone
02380 221503
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John Fortin, a merchant who traded with Bordeaux, started building this house c. 1290. A residence and place of business, it stood on one of the busiest streets in medieval Southampton. Now restored to its mid-14th-century appearance by the removal of later additions, it is equipped with replica period furnishings. It stands near the medieval town wall, built to defend Southampton against seaborne attacks. Netley Abbey, Calshot Castle and Hurst Castle are all within reasonable travelling distance.
Venue Type:
Heritage site, Museum, Historic house or home
