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1. Armouries in the Tower of London
A history of the Armouries at the Tower of London.
2. Hands on History
A free interactive exhibition at the Royal Armouries in the Tower of London, exploring 10 centuries of Tower history.
3. 16th – 17th century
History of the Armouries at the Tower of London during the 16th – 17th century.
4. 17th – 19th century
History of the Armouries at the Tower of London during the 17th – 18th century.
5. 19th – 21st century
History of the Armouries at the Tower of London during the 19th – 21st century.
6. Specialist Enquiries
Our team of specialists are able to answer all kinds of enquiries on the subject of arms and armour, related material, and of course its related history and the history of the Tower of London.
7. Tower of London
Admission fee payable for entry to the Tower of London.
Summer:
Tuesday – Saturday: 9am – 5pm
Sunday – Monday: 10am – 5.30pm
Winter:
Tuesday – Saturday: 9am – 4.30pm
Sunday – Monday: 10am – 4.30pm
Closed 24-26 December
Tel: 020 3166 6660
8. Events
Over the past 1,000 years the Tower of London has been used as a menagerie, armoury, mint and prison. Today it is a flagship museum showcasing the Royal Armouries’ glittering collection of arms, armour and historical artefacts.
9. Tower and Armouries History
This gallery tells the history of the Royal Armouries and its traditional home, the Tower of London.
10. Robert Porrett
A brief account of the life and work of Robert Porrett (1783-1868)
11. Henry VIII: Dressed to Kill
A stunning new exhibition in the iconic White Tower at the Royal Armouries, Tower of London.
Opens April 2009
12. Torture
The Tower is often linked with torture and execution.
13. Execution swords
Beheading by sword was popular on the Continent, whereas the axe was more commonly used in England.
14. Block and Axe
For important state prisoners or people of noble birth, executions were carried out by beheading. This was considered the swiftest, least brutal method.
15. Special Visits
During the summer programme we are pleased tp present various special visits from those who work at the Tower of London, like the Yeoman Warders (beefeaters) and the Raven Keeper.
16. Interactives
Try these fun interactive activities about the history of the Tower of London.
17. Royal Menagerie
In this fun interactive timeline you can discover about the Tower of London’s Royal Menagerie.
18. Prisoners in the Tower
In this fun interactive game you can discover about some of the Tower of London’s most famous prisoners.
7 Events
1. Family Fun Day
Fantastic and free activities for children visiting the White Tower
2. Half-term Children's Activities
Fantastic and free activities for children visiting the White Tower.
3. East 15 Acting School
Students from the East 15 acting school studying stage combat will perform throughout the day, bringing historic combat to life.
4. Build your own Tower of London
Come and have a go at building your very own Tower of London out of sand.
5. Build your own Tower of London
Come and have a go at building your very own Tower of London out of sand.
6. Tower building workshop
Come and have a go at building your very own Tower of London out of sand.
7. Capital Science lecture at the Tower of London
A lecture at the Tower of London about Royal Society Fellows linked to the Tower of London.