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Tower of London 'at-risk of serious harm' under draft plan for Square Mile

Historic England claims ‘quantum, scale and location of development’ planned in City risks UNESCO World Heritage Site

Evening Standard

Protesters throw crumble and custard at Crown Jewels in Tower of London stunt

Civil resistance group Take Back Power said it was behind the act as it demanded a new citizen-led assembly that has the power to tax the rich.

Evening Standard

Tower of London closed as four protesters arrested over custard attack on Crown Jewels

Four people were arrested after food was thrown at a case holding the State Crown, prompting police to shut the historic attraction while an investigation continues

Evening Standard

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Poppies Flourish At Tower Of London For WWII Anniversary

Britain's iconic Tower of London will be covered in a cascading installation of 30,000 red ceramic poppies to mark 80 years since the end of World War II. The tribute, called "The Tower Remembers" will be unveiled to the public on Thursday, May 8, which is celebrated as Victory in…

International Business Times

VE Day 2025: Tower of London poppies to return to mark 80th anniversary

Four days of events planned in Britain to commemorate eight decades since end of second world war in Europe

The Guardian - UK

‘Illegally smuggled’ cannon at Tower of London subject of dispute with Ireland

Newly released documents show Irish officials sought return of cannon sold by ‘gang of British treasure hunters’

The Guardian - UK

New Ravenmaster is proud to have ‘most important job in England’ at Tower of London

According to legend, if the ravens leave the Kingdom will fall

Evening Standard

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OPINION - Tower of London: Ravens, Beefeaters and more — the story of London's iconic castle

Ask a visitor to name a building or monument that defines London, and you will inevitably end up with a shortlist that includes Nelson’s Column, Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge… and its namesake, the Tower of London.

Evening Standard

Off to the Tower! BBC celebrates 15 years of Horrible Histories with brand new episode

The BBC has marked Horrible Histories' 15th anniversary with a new episode of the beloved comedy show all about the Tower of London.

WhatToWatch

Ex-marine assumes ancient position as ravenmaster of Tower of London

Afghanistan veteran, 56, takes the ancient role to ensure there are always six ravens

Evening Standard

China's plans to build a new embassy near the Tower of London stall amid local opposition

China’s plans to build a new embassy near the Tower of London have stalled following local opposition to what would be the biggest diplomatic compound in Britain

The Independent UK

Tower of London's Crown Jewels: colonial diamonds overshadow reopened exhibition's most interesting objects

The Tower of London’s Crown Jewel exhibition, which reopened in May, is a turning point in the museum’s narrative. As British institutions have increasingly made moves to investigate their connections to slavery, there has been a gradual acceptance of the complicated nature of the nation’s history, which does not sit…

The Conversation

Coronation benches designed by children to be at Tower of London all summer

Schoolchildren across the country entered the nationwide competition.

The Independent UK

Theatrical tour tells LGBTQ+ history of Tower of London

Case of soldier charged with being ‘disorderly in female attire’ among stories told in Queer Lives tour

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Rishi Sunak and Japanese PM to agree closer defence links at Tower of London

The leaders will sign a reciprocal access agreement, allowing the UK and Japan to deploy forces in one another’s countries.

Reuters

Historic crown to be modified for King Charles's coronation

The historic St Edward's Crown, which has been the centrepiece of the coronation of monarchs in England for more than 350 years, has been removed from the Tower of London to be modified for the coronation of King Charles III next May, Buckingham Palace said.

The Independent UK

St. Edward's Crown moved out of tower ahead of coronation

St. Edward’s Crown, the centerpiece of the Crown Jewels viewed by millions of people every year at the Tower of London, has been moved to an undisclosed location for modification in preparation for the coronation of King Charles III next year

Evening Standard

St Edward’s Crown moved from Tower of London for resizing work ahead of Coronation

Buckingham Palace has confirmed the St Edward’s Crown has been removed from the Tower of London for resizing work.

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The Guardian - UK

London council rejects new Chinese embassy amid residents’ safety fears

People living near Tower of London site said largest diplomatic base in UK would put lives at risk

Wales Online

TikTok sensation who lives at the Tower of London shares what life is really like in a royal palace

Megan Clawson has more than 260,000 followers on TikTok - and she shares all about Beefeaters, lockdowns and getting locked out of the tower at night

The Independent UK

TikTok sensation and author Megan Clawson on life in the Tower of London

Prudence Wade finds out what it’s really like living among the Beefeaters.

Evening Standard

Fresh image of man released after ‘random’ knife attack near Tower of London

Police have released a new CCTV appeal after a victim was left with life threatening injuries after being stabbed in a “random” attack close to the Tower of London.

Evening Standard

Police issue urgent appeal after man, 57, stabbed in random attack in Tower Hill

A man is fighting for his life in hospital after being stabbed in a “random” attack close to the Tower of London.

Evening Standard

Best restaurants near Tower Bridge and the Tower of London, from Le Pont de la Tour to Bravas Tapas

Our guide to the best restaurants near Tower Bridge

Wales Online

Welsh rugby legend's joke about the English left Queen in 'livid astonishment'

Steve Fenwick said he feared spending the night in the Tower of London after his joke fell flat

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