Date/Time: Wednesday, 20th May 2026 at 11:00 - 15:00
Location: Tower Bridge, Tower Bridge Road, London, SE1 2UP
Price: £50 per person. Member and guest £100.
Event Organiser: Pat Smith. 8, Brook End, Potton, Sandy SG19 2QS
Tower Bridge Tour
Tower Bridge is an iconic London landmark and one of Britain’s best-loved historic sites. It was opened by Edward, Prince of Wales, and Alexandra, Princess of Wales, on 30 June 1894. You will learn about this incredible feat of Victorian engineering, discover how the bridge is raised and enjoy stunning panoramic views across London from the high-level walkways, 42 metres above the River Thames.
Our guide will bring this iconic structure to life, combining key facts from the Bridge’s fascinating history with curious, interesting anecdotes. It is the ultimate way to discover London’s defining landmark. Get up close and personal with the Towers, marvel at the amazing views from the walkways and glass floors, then head down to the Engine Rooms, where the original Victorian steam engines are on display.
This tour visits:
- North and South Towers
- High-Level Walkways
- Glass Floors
- The Engine Rooms
This tour starts at 11:00 and takes about 90 minutes.
HMS Belfast Tour
HMS Belfast is a Town-class light cruiser that was built for the Royal Navy. Commissioned in early August 1939, Belfast was initially part of the British naval blockade against Germany. In November 1939 Belfast triggered a German mine and then spent more than two years undergoing extensive repairs.
Belfast returned to action in November 1942 with improved firepower, radar equipment and armour. She saw action escorting Arctic convoys to the Soviet Union, played an important role in the Battle of North Cape, and supported the Normandy landings. Belfast saw further combat action in 1950–52 during the Korean War and was in active service until she entered the Royal Navy reserve in 1963.
Our host will be one of the Ship’s Company, for a unique experience of HMS Belfast. We will hear the stories of how the crew survived in freezing conditions during the Arctic Convoys to boiling conditions in the Far East; what it was like to be part of the action on D-Day and HMS Belfast’s role as part of the United Nations forces in Korea from 1950 to 1952.
Discover sailors’ stories of living and working on board and get exclusive access behind the barriers for the perfect photo opportunity. Explore what life was like aboard HMS Belfast. The guides have an unprecedented knowledge and will bring these historic stories to life for you.
This tour starts at 14:00 and takes about one hour.
Timing
The Tower Bridge tour ends around 12:30 and the HMS Belfast tour starts at 14:00. Since Belfast is about a 10 minute walk from Tower Bridge you will have time for lunch in between these tours.
Accessibility
Tower Bridge
There are two lifts up to the Walkways, one in the North Tower and one in the South Tower.
There’s an external lift to access the Engine Rooms entrance and the Tower Bridge Gift Shop from bridge level to the Thames footpath level. It is located on the southeast side of the Bridge.
Please be aware that due to unforeseen circumstances, lifts may be out of order at short notice. If this is a concern please contact the bridge’s booking team via email or by calling 020 7407 9191.
HMS Belfast
The nature of the ship makes access to some of the Upper Decks and Lower Decks inaccessible to wheelchair users and unsuitable for people with restricted mobility.
Modifications have been made to the Main Deck, the Quarterdeck, Boat Deck and the Cafe to make them accessible to wheelchair users, and parents with prams, pushchairs, and strollers.
The Main Deck includes:
- The Laundry
- The Ship’s Chapel
- The Bakery
- Galley
- World of Warships room
- Sick Bay
- Mess Decks and dental surgery
Booking cut-off date: 31 March.
Event Booking
Please note that all bookings are subject to our Event Booking Rules.
The standard, printable event booking sheet is downloadable here.