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The story of the Tower of London
Iconic fortress, royal palace and infamous prison
Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plot
Who was the real Guy Fawkes, the man behind the mask?
Edward Francis
Edward Francis, an enslaved African who lived at the Tower of London
The Jewish History of the Medieval Tower of London
World-famous as a royal fortress and prison, the Tower of London is also one of the most substantial standing remains of medieval England’s Jewish history. From the mid-twelfth century to the expulsion of the Anglo-Jewry in 1290, the Tower was both a place of imprisonment and of refuge for hundreds of Jews.
Tower of London Prison
It is known as an infamous prison, but it wasn't built to be one
The Tower's Mint
Guarding the production of all the country's precious coins for over 500 years
WHAT'S ON AT THE PALACES
- Things to see
- Exhibition
The Indian Army at the Palace
Explore the forgotten story of Indian Army soldiers who camped at Hampton Court Palace in the early 20th century, through a new exhibition of previously unseen objects, photographs, film and personal stories.
- Until 29 September 2024
- In line with palace opening hours
- Hampton Court Palace
- Included in palace admission (members go free)
- Things to see
Lady Grey's Study
Discover this calm, cosy room and learn about the historic meetings that have taken place within its walls.
- Group bookings only
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in combined castle tour and gardens tickets (members go free)
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The Jewish History of the Medieval Tower of London
World-famous as a royal fortress and prison, the Tower of London is also one of the most substantial standing remains of medieval England’s Jewish history. From the mid-twelfth century to the expulsion of the Anglo-Jewry in 1290, the Tower was both a place of imprisonment and of refuge for hundreds of Jews.