The Bell Savage Inn was a public house in London, England, from the 15th century to 1873, originally located on the north side of what is now Ludgate Hill, in the City of London. It was a playhouse during the Elizabethan Era, as well as a venue for various other entertainments. It was also an important coaching inn. Other names by which it has been known throughout history include: Savage's Inn, The Bel Savage, Belle Savage, Belle Sauvage, Bell on the Hoop, Old Bell Savage, Belly Savage and others.
Outer Court of La Belle Sauvage in 1828 (W. H. Prior)
Archway to the Bell Savage Yard from Ludgate Hill, 1782
Coach emerging from the "Belle Sauvage" yard into Ludgate Hill
Ludgate Hill is a street and surrounding area, on a small hill in the City of London, England. The street passes through the former site of Ludgate, a city gate that was demolished – along with a gaol attached to it – in 1760.
Ludgate Hill looking east from the foot of Fleet Street, 1970
Ludgate Hill in 2006