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Wellington Arch

Wellington Arch
Floodlights illuminate Wellington Arch in Hyde Park, Central London. The illumination celebrates the completion by English Heritage of a year-long £1.5 million restoration project. The arch commemorates Lord Wellington's victory over the French Emperor Napoleon at the battle of Waterloo in 1815. (c) William Conran
Wellington Arch (c) English Heritage - The East Side (c) Wellington Arch - The East Side (c) Wellington Arch Hyde Park Corner. The large third floor room set up for a funcion. - Wellington Arch Hyde Park Corner. The large third floor room set up for a funcion. (c) Wellington Arch - Smoke hovers over Wellington Arch in Hyde Park, Central London. The illumination celebrates the completion by English Heritage of a year-long £1.5 million restoration project. The arch commemorates Lord Wellington's victory over the French Emperor Napoleon at the battle of Waterloo in 1815. PA photo: William Conran (c) Wellington Arch - Floodlights illuminate Wellington Arch in Hyde Park, Central London. The illumination celebrates the completion by English Heritage of a year-long £1.5 million restoration project. The arch commemorates Lord Wellington's victory over the French Emperor Napoleon at the battle of Waterloo in 1815. (c) Wellington Arch - Smoke hovers over Wellington Arch in Hyde Park, Central London. The illumination celebrates the completion by English Heritage of a year-long £1.5 million restoration project. The arch commemorates Lord Wellington's victory over the French Emperor Napoleon at the battle of Waterloo in 1815. PA photo: William Conran (c) Wellington Arch - Wellington Arch Restoration: Peace Descending on the Quadriga of war, 1912. (c) Wellington Arch - Wellington Arch Restoration: Peace Descending on the Quadriga of War, 1912.Artist: Captain Adrian Jones. Detail of Peace after cleaning (c) Wellington Arch - The Wellington Arch restored. (c)

Set in the heart of Royal London at Hyde Park Corner, Wellington Arch is a landmark for Londoners and visitors alike. Originally commissioned as a grand outer entrance to Buckingham Palace, this massive monument was moved to its present site in 1882.

For glorious panoramas over London's Royal Parks and the Houses of Parliament, take the lift to the balconies just below the spectacular bronze sculpture surmounting the arch. The largest bronze sculpture in Europe, this depicts the angel of peace descending on the chariot of war. The balconies also offer unique views of the Household Cavalry, passing beneath to and from the Changing of the Guard at Horse Guards Parade.

Inside the Arch, three floors of exhibits tell its fascinating history.

Opposite Wellington Arch is Apsley House, the London home of the Duke of Wellington.

Opening Times:

April 2009 to March 2010Opening TimesOpening Days
1 Apr-1 Nov 10am-5pm Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, & Bank Hols.
2 Nov-31 Mar 10am-4pm Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
24-26 Dec and 1 Jan CLOSED
Last admission 1/2 hour before closing  
The property may close at short notice, please ring in advance for details  

How much does it cost?

Adult:
£3.50
Children:
£1.80
Concession:
£3.00
English Heritage Members:
Other:
Apsley House and the Wellington Arch offer joint ticket prices: £6.80/£5.40/£3.40. Family £17.00 (2 adults, 3 children)
Details:
Joint ticket with Apsley House available

How do I get there?

Address:
Hyde Park - W1J 7JZ
Road Access:
Hyde Park Corner, W1J
Train Access:
Victoria 3⁄4 mile
Bus Access:
From surrounding areas
Tube Access:
Hyde Park Corner, adjacent
Telephone:
020 7930 2726

What facilities are available?

Facilities Available:
Suitable for people with disabilities Exhibition Guidebooks Shop Events Hazardous Available to hire for corporate and private events 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.
Guided Tours:
Exclusive Group Access to Apsley House and Wellington Arch on Mondays with guided tour and refreshments at Wellington Arch. Tour: Wellington Arch: Exploring Pomp & Pageantry

Further Info

Please note: Exclusive group tours are available every Mon, with talk, slide presentation and refreshments on request (small charge)
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