Tapestries are also purposeful storytellers. These particular tapestries tell the tale of Abraham – a patriarch, or father, of the Jewish, Muslim and Christian faiths – who is believed to have lived ...

On 11 November 1920, the Unknown Warrior was laid to rest in Westminster Abbey. Buried anonymously in remembrance of the missing dead, the Warrior’s coffin is said to have been made of ‘English oak’ ...

Object handling sessions are free and run by our volunteers. This activity is therefore subject to volunteer availability. Please check the What's On board at West Gate for details on the activity.

Work on Queen Caroline’s State Bed, which we care for on behalf of the Royal Collection Trust, continues in the Conservation Studio at Hampton Court Palace. In our last post, we shared our progress on ...

The history of the Tower of London is as a royal palace and prison. There are areas of the site which may be distressing for some visitors. Clear signage will be placed to inform ...

Enjoy two hours at the Tower of London free from crowds, with our Relaxed Hour at the Tower. This event has been designed for Neurodivergent and Learning Disabled children (aged five to 16) and their ...