Bailgate

Outside the precincts of the cathedral and castle, the old quarter clustered round the Bailgate and down Steep Hill to the High Street and High Bridge, whose half-timbered housing juts out over the river. There are three ancient churches: St Mary le Wigford and St Peter at Gowts, both 11th century in origin, and St Mary Magdalene, from the late 13th century. A great range of independent upmarket shops, restaurants and bars are located in the Bailgate, which is a fifteen minute walk from the property.