TOWER BRIDGE
London SE1. Telephone: (0207) 378 1928. Tube: Tower Hill. Daily 10.00-17.15.
Completed in 1894, this piece of unique Victorian engineering has become an international symbol of London. Its pinnacled towers and linking catwalk support the mechanism for raising the roadway when big ships have to pass through. The bridge now houses its own museum with a fascinating exhibition 'The Celebration Story' which traces its 100 year history, whilst the Victorian winding machinery is also on display.Take the lift to the enclosed high walkways for magnificent panoramic views of the Thames and London.
Tuesday 23 September 2008
Wednesday 10 September 2008
PAGEANTRY CEREMONY OF THE KEYS
PAGEANTRY CEREMONY OF THE KEYS
Tower of London, Tower Hill, London EC3. Tube: Tower Hill
This 700 year old ceremony of locking-up the Tower of London takes place daily at 21.35-22.05. You can request free admission to the ceremony by writing to The Ceremony of the Keys, Queen's House, HM Tower of London, EC3N 4AB at least two months in advance. Enclose an international reply coupon or stamped addressed envelope and state alternative dates and the number of tickets required (maximum of fifteen tickets per person).
Tower of London, Tower Hill, London EC3. Tube: Tower Hill
This 700 year old ceremony of locking-up the Tower of London takes place daily at 21.35-22.05. You can request free admission to the ceremony by writing to The Ceremony of the Keys, Queen's House, HM Tower of London, EC3N 4AB at least two months in advance. Enclose an international reply coupon or stamped addressed envelope and state alternative dates and the number of tickets required (maximum of fifteen tickets per person).
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