The Tower - Southwark

Dating from the 11th century, this castle has history oozing out of every stone. The central White tower was completed in 1098, has wall 100ft thick. The Crown jewels are kept here, and the castle has served as a prison, where princes have been murdered, also traitors have been kept in horrid conditions.

We did the guided tour first then wandered around to see everything else, Particularly liked the animal statues made from sculpted wire mesh.

Very friendly and helpful staff. Great tour by a Beefeater and then left to get on with your visit. Good range of food available at reasonable prices.

In all my years of going into London this was the first time I have visited The Tower. We spent three hours here and this could have been longer. Well worth joining one of the many beefeater led tours.

This is a real gem, you will not be dissappointed, you can experience a whole lot of history in a fabulous location. Take a guided tour and you will learn so much, enjoy one of the great places in English history.