East out of Basinghall Street, in Bassishaw Ward (Rocque, 1746-Boyle, 1799).
Other names : " Porter's Alley " (O. and M. 1677-P.C. 1732). " Potters Court or Alley" (Strype, 1720 and 1755-Maitland, 1775).
Guildhall Chambers on or near the site.
Probably named after the owner or builder.
A Dictionary of London. Henry A Harben. 1918.