Derry-Londonderry in Derry And Strabane, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
Butcher Gate
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., September 18, 2012
1. Butcher Gate Marker
This was one of the four original gates of 1617. It was initially called the 'Nugate' or King's Gate, later being renamed Butcher Gate after the nearby meat market and slaughterhouse. The gate was nearly destroyed by cannon fire during the 1689 siege. The present gate, built in the 1800s, is nearly twice the height of the original.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Forts and Castles • Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1617.
Location. 54° 59.769′ N, 7° 19.396′ W. Marker is in Derry-Londonderry, Northern Ireland, in Derry And Strabane. It is at the intersection of Magazine Street and Butcher Street, on the right when traveling west on Magazine Street. Marker is on the interior of the city wall. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Derry-Londonderry, Northern Ireland BT48 6HL, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Northern Ireland’s Causeway Coast & Glens. Globally, it is in the Atlantic Ocean, in the North Atlantic Region, in Europe, on the Island of Ireland, on the Celtic Fringe, in Atlantic Europe, on one of the British Isles, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: A different marker also named Butcher Gate (here, next to this marker); The Platform (within shouting distance of this marker); Castle Gate (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); World Wars Memorial (about 90 meters away); Grand Parade (about 120 meters away); a different marker also
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Also see . . . History of Kerry. Causeway Coastal Route website entry (Submitted on January 15, 2026, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., September 18, 2012
2. Butcher Gate and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on January 15, 2026. It was originally submitted on December 29, 2013, by William Fischer, Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio. This page has been viewed 1,633 times since then and 90 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 29, 2013, by William Fischer, Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio.
