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Bridge lifts are available at no charge, 24 hours a day. Find out the requirements to book a Bridge lift.
Ever wondered what vessels Tower Bridge lifts for? Discover 10 of the most interesting boats, ships and yachts to pass through London's defining landmark.
Who was Sir William Arrol, the man responsible for the steel frame of Tower Bridge and what else is the Scot famous for? Discover this and more about the Scottish Engineering legend.
In this episode exploring the oral history of Tower Bridge, David Laird speaks to Carol Douglas, the great-granddaughter of Friend Samuel Penny, who worked on the construction of Tower Bridge's foundations from 1886
Voices of Tower Bridge Podcast - In this episode exploring the oral history of Tower Bridge, David Laird speaks to Liz Hunter, the granddaughter of Charlotte Olive Dora Burch, who worked at Tower Bridge from 1895.
History of Tower Bridge Podcast: Episode 4. In our final of four podcasts exploring the history of Tower Bridge, David Laird, Education Officer at Tower Bridge, explores some of the amazing stories associated with Tower Bridge.
History of Tower Bridge Podcast: Episode 3. In our third instalment, discover how Tower Bridge is lifted, and some of the people who have worked here in the last 125 years.
History of Tower Bridge Podcast: Episode 2. David Laird, Education and Marketing Officer at Tower Bridge, talks you through the Design and Construction of Tower Bridge.
History of Tower Bridge Podcast: Episode 1. David Laird, Education and Marketing Officer at Tower Bridge, talks you through the origins and initial designs of Tower Bridge.
Download our Tower Bridge-themed scavenger hunt pack, which includes 5 activities for you to complete, wherever you are in the country.
Download our FREE Family Trail app and begin exploring Tower Bridge like never before!
Ever wondered how to build a Bridge? Well first you'll need solid foundations. Meet the brave men who dug the foundations of Tower Bridge, London, at the bottom of the River Thames.
Who looks after Tower Bridge? For nearly 40 years, Edward 'Ted' Forrest had the honour - discover the story of his amazing scrapbook chronicling his time at the London's most famous Bridge.
In 2019, we discovered the story of Keshavji Shamji Budhbhatti, the little-known Indian Engineer who worked on Tower Bridge. Who was the Indian Engineer and what happened to him once he left England?
Our Artist in Residence programme has been running since 2017, helping visitors and staff alike to see London's defining landmark anew.
Who was Sir John Wolfe Barry? Find out the engineer's role in Tower Bridge, discover what else he build and why is he still so highly revered today.
Who built Tower Bridge and who designed it? Discover the people behind London's defining landmark.
Series of films and activities exploring how Tower Bridge was built
Book onto a workshop tailored for home educators and discover of online resources available to support learning at home.
Series of films and activities exploring why Tower Bridge was built