Jewel Tower - English Heritage
One of only two buildings from the medieval Palace of Westminster to survive the fire of 1834, the tower features a 14th-century ribbed vault. Learn about Jewel Tower's changing role over the centuries in our three-floor exhibition.
Jewel Tower - Wikipedia
The Jewel Tower is a 14th-century surviving element of the Palace of Westminster, in London, England. It was built between 1365 and 1366, under the direction of William of Sleaford and Henry de Yevele, to house the personal treasure of King Edward III.
Prices and Opening Times for Jewel Tower | English Heritage
You can book online until 8.45am on the day of your visit. You can still buy a ticket when you arrive, but you won’t get the discount. Tickets are valid all day, so you can arrive at any time and stay for as long as you like within our opening hours. Tickets are free for members.
History of the Jewel Tower - English Heritage
The Jewel Tower is a precious survival from the medieval Palace of Westminster. It was built in the 1360s as a secure store for royal treasure within the private palace of Edward III. Later it became the records office of the House of Lords, surviving the fire which in 1834 destroyed much of the historic palace.
Jewel Tower - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2025) - Tripadvisor
The Jewel Tower was constructed in 1365 as a part of the medieval Palace of Westminster. It was designed to store Edward III’s jewels and treasures. It used to be called the ‘King’s Privy Wardrobe’.
Jewel Tower - History and Facts | History Hit
2021年5月11日 · Built within the Palace of Westminster between 1365 and 1366 on the command of King Edward III, the Jewel Tower was a space to guard and hold the king’s personal treasure. Edward’s treasure consisted of his ceremonial regalia (usually kept at the Tower of London), the jewellery and plate of the Crown, and his personal collection of jewels.
The Jewel Tower: Westminster’s 700-Year-Old Treasure Keep and …
2023年10月26日 · Address: The Jewel Tower, Abingdon St, London SW1P 3JY. Opening Times: 10am – 5pm. Tickets: £6.50. Website. We explore the lengthy history of The Jewel Tower and which of the British kings kept their treasure there.
The Jewel Tower - Museums London
Tucked away between the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey, the Jewel Tower is an easily overlooked but precious fragment of English history. It was built in 1365 as the 'Jewel House' to safeguard Edward III's silver plate and world treasures.
English Heritage: Jewel Tower - visitlondon.com
Standing just opposite the Houses of Parliament, this originally moated medieval tower is one of only two surviving remnants of the great Royal Palace of Westminster. Built in approximately 1365 by Edward III, it guarded the 'King's Privy Wardrobe', a treasury of …
The Jewel Tower: A Rare Survivor of Medieval Royal Splendor
2024年5月26日 · The Jewel Tower is a hidden treasure, overshadowed by showier sites like the Tower of London or Windsor Castle. But for historians, its significance cannot be overstated. The tower is a rare surviving link to the grandeur and wealth of the medieval English monarchy.
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