The Great Fire of London Worksheet

A three-page printable that teaches the core story of the Great Fire of London (2–6 September 1666). Page 1 covers when, where and how it began — at Thomas Farriner’s bakery on Pudding Lane. Page 2 explains why the fire spread so quickly — the wooden buildings, the dry summer, the strong east wind, the narrow streets. Page 3 covers what changed afterwards. Every fact in this worksheet is taken from museum and encyclopaedic sources (London Museum, Britannica). The answer key includes additional context for grown-ups who want to extend the discussion.