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Jewel Tower

Birds eye view c150
"Birds eye view c150": A reconstruction drawing by T Ball (c) English Heritage
Birds eye view c150 - "Birds eye view c150": A reconstruction drawing by T Ball (c) Ground level view of gardens - "Ground level view of gardens" A reconstruction drawing by T Ball (c) Interior of museum showing vaulted roof - Interior of museum showing vaulted roof. (c) Jewel Tower - Exterior View (c) Reconstruction painting by A Sorel - Reconstruction painting by A Sorel (c) Detail of door handle and lock The Jewel Tower - Detail of a door handle and lock at the Jewel Tower © English Heritage (c) Visitors Jewel Tower - Visitors in the shop at the Jewel Tower © English Heritage (c) View from the North THE JEWEL TOWER WESTMINSTER - View from the North - The Jewel Tower Westminster © English Heritage (c) The exhibition and a visitor at the Jewel Tower. - The exhibition and a visitor at the Jewel Tower © English Heritage (c)

The Jewel Tower, or 'King's Privy Wardrobe', was built c.1365 to house Edward III's treasures. One of only two buildings from the medieval Palace of Westminster to survive the fire of 1834, the tower features a 14th-century ribbed vault. Displaying Parliament Past and Present, a fascinating exhibition about the history of Parliament, it is also the permanent home of the English Heritage Book of Remembrance.

The second floor includes panels telling the story of this small but important building.

The remains of a moat and medieval quay are still visible outside.

Opening Times:

April 2009 to March 2010Opening TimesOpening Days
Last admission 1/2 hour before closing  
1 Apr-1 Nov 10am-5pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
2 Nov-31 Mar 10am-4pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
24-26 Dec & 1 Jan Closed

How much does it cost?

Adult:
£3.00 until 31 Mar 2010 / £3.20 from 1 Apr 2010
Children:
£1.50 until 31 Mar 2010 / £1.60 from 1 Apr 2010
Concession:
£2.60 until 31 Mar 2010 / £2.70 from 1 Apr 2010
English Heritage Members:

How do I get there?

Address:
Westminster - SW1P 3JX
Road Access:
Located on Abingdon Street, opposite the southern end of the Housesof Parliament (Victoria Tower)
Train Access:
Victoria and Charing Cross 3/4 mile, Waterloo 1 mile
Bus Access:
From surrounding areas
Tube Access:
Westminster 1⁄4 mile
Map Location:
Telephone:
020 7222 2219

What facilities are available?

Facilities Available:
Museum Guidebooks Shop Admission free for Overseas Vistor Pass holders

What facilities are available for groups?

Group Discount:
15% discount for groups of 11 or more visitors paying together. Free entry for coach driver and tour leader.
Coach Parking Facilities:
Parking is not available but coaches can pick up and drop off in Abingdon Street
Group Booking:
Contact the site for a Group Booking Form and for opening times and prices from 1 April 2010.
Average Length of Visit:
30 minutes

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