History of Trump Street in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 24, 2025

Trump Street is a street in the City of London, originally named Trumpadere Street. Its name likely derives from trumpet or horn makers who historically worked in the area. The street was constructed following the Great Fire of London in 1666. It suffered complete destruction due to bombing during World War II and has since been entirely reconstructed.

December 1940: German Bombing

In December 1940, Trump Street was completely destroyed by German bombing during the Second World War.

2001: Archaeological Excavations

In 2001, archaeological excavations at the Blossom's Inn site recovered Roman remains.

2002: Office Building Development

In 2002, Land Securities developed an office building of 386,000 square feet (35,900 m) known as 30 Gresham Street.

2003: Completion of 30 Gresham Street

In 2003, the development of 30 Gresham Street by Land Securities was completed. The building, an office building of 386,000 square feet (35,900 m) was described as the "biggest speculative office development in the capital".