Although its exterior might be grim and even unimpressive (especially when compared to stately Buckingham Palace), the Tower of London's interior is always bustling with activity. Despite its name ...
A recently discovered photo collection by the late photographer David Granick reveals London's ... courtesy of the Tower Hamlets Local History Library & Archives where the pictures can be seen ...
To demolish high-rise buildings, engineers often opt for 'top down' techniques, whereby a number of small, car-sized ...
1. Valuables have been kept in the keep since the 1100s When you think of the Tower of London, one of the first things likely to pop into your head are the Crown Jewels. Before 1649, the important ...
On his walls there are photos that trace his colourful career ... But when I saw what he’d written – “The Tower of London was built in 1966 by William the Great” – I decided it was ...
Revised plans to partially demolish and redevelop a Central London building into a 33-storey office block have been approved.
One of the city's most iconic and most visited tourist destinations, the Tower of London is brimming with history and legend. Built by William the Conqueror, the site grew over the centuries to ...
Discover the Tower of London – a secure fortress, royal palace, infamous prison and execution site where you can explore 1,000 years of history. Prepare to be dazzled by the world-famous Crown ...