Holborn Guide

Meaning the ‘stream in the hollow’, Holborn is named after the River Fleet that originally flowed through the area. Modern day Holborn is split across Camden, City of London, and the City of Westminster regions of Central London.

Historically, Holborn became heavily populated during the 17th century when publishing became the main industry for the region. There are still remnants of the old publishing industry in Fleet Street, although Holborn is now largely occupied by lawyers including the famous Inner Temple and Middle Temple barristers’ chambers with their beautiful architecture and gardens, some with views of the River Thames.