A Family-Friendly Adventure in the White Tower
Have a go at shooting arrows, brandishing a sword and firing cannon in this exciting, hands-on experience in the White Tower. Follow in the footsteps of historical figures and immerse yourself in over 1,000 years of history.
Explore the origins of the White Tower with a Norman master mason and find out if you have what it takes to be a medieval longbowman as you draw back a bow for yourself.
Dress Henry VIII for battle and find out more about the skills of the Tudor armourers at his Royal Armoury at Greenwich. Henry’s beautifully ornate personal armours are on display in the White Tower.
Learn how to fire a cannon with an English Civil War artillery captain and sharpen up your sword-fighting skills with a Napoleonic War training manual.
Design your own musket with advice from a Victorian Superintendent of Firearms as you choose which technological developments will improve your results at target practice.
In partnership with the Royal Armouries.
When
Open
Where
Armoury in Action is located on the top floor of the White Tower.
Ticketing information
Included in palace admission (Members go free)
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- Tours and talks
Audio Guide Tour
Explore deeper with the Tower of London audio guide tour. Discover extra information about the Tower's history, plan your day and find out more about our cafés and shops.
- Available
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- Separate ticket
- For members
- Events
Members-Only Ceremony of the Keys
Members-only access to the traditional locking up of the Tower of London, the Ceremony of the Keys.
- 20 October, 17 November and 08 December 2024
- 21:30
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- Separate ticket (advance booking required)
- Things to see
Imprisonment at the Tower exhibition
Learn why people ended up as prisoners in the Tower of London, in the very rooms where some of them were held.
- Open
- Tower of London
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
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Thomas Cromwell
The life and death of Henry VIII’s 'most faithful servant'
Tower of London Prison
It is known as an infamous prison, but it wasn't built to be one
The Princes in the Tower
Murdered or survived – what happened to Edward and his younger brother Richard?
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Katherine Parr Hanging Decoration
Handmade fabric hanging decoration of Katherine Parr, King Henry VIII's six wife.
£13
Shop Raven gifts
Legend has it that if the six ravens ever leave the Tower of London, the Tower and the kingdom will fall. These products have been inspired by the Ravens that live at the Tower of London.
From £3.00
Medieval knights tankard
Medieval knights tankard inspired by the royal arms of England. Featuring intricate dragon detailing this beautifully designed mug has a detailed chain entwined around the handle. Perfect for re-enactments or a gift for someone who loves all things medieval.
£30.00