The Tower of London is England’s most formidable royal ... infamous for its bloody beheadings — the most infamous of all being that of Henry VIII's second wife Anne Boleyn.

After 40 years in waiting he is now living his "boyhood dream" in the Tower of London. Yeomen Warders (YW), nicknamed Beefeaters, were introduced by Henry VII in 1485 to help guard the fortress.

A royal residency, place of execution, and home to the dazzling Crown Jewels. Learn more about visiting the Tower of London ...

1. Valuables have been kept in the keep since the 1100s When you think of the Tower of London, one of the first things likely to pop into your head are the Crown Jewels. Before 1649, the important ...

Once a palace for monarchs, a formidable state prison and a place of execution – where three of Henry ... 5 stars across multiple websites. Best Overall: City Wonders – Best of London: Tower ...

A Northern Ireland man will be swapping the picturesque gardens of Hillsborough Castle for medieval towers and battlements as ...

and the renowned mother of Henry VIII. She met her day of death in the Tower of London on the 11th day of February in the year of Our Lord 1502, having fulfilled the age of 37 years (This date is ...

Children younger than 5 get in for free. Visitors are encouraged to book their tickets in advance through the Tower of London's website. If you have a London Pass, your entry is covered.