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London Eye |
London
Eye is conceived and designed by David Marks and
Julia Barfield. Architects with the same idea
in mind - a wheel represents the cycle of life.
This marvelous object not that only creates a
beautiful new landmark but, is the world's highest
observation wheel and offers passengers amazing
views of Britain's capital city. The Eye takes
guests on a 30 minute flight, rising to 450 feet
above the river Thames, in 32 high tech fully
enclosed capsules.
London
Eye is also available for exclusive hire for the
whole evening when the Eye is closed to the public.
The cost is £10,000 plus vat and this includes
the hire of a cocktail reception area for up to
550 people, for an exclusive and unique event.For
more information on exclusive use of the London
Eye, please contact, Phone: +44 (0)870 220 2333
Fax +44 (0)870 990 8882 or Emai:corporate.event@ba-londoneye.com
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Big
Ben
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Ben (Westminster) Big Ben is London's famous landmark,
but the name actually refers to the bell, rather than
the clock itself. The 3-1/2 ton bell is named after
Sir Benjamin Hall, who was the commissioner of works
at the time the bell hung in 1858. The 320 foot tower
housing the clock looms over the River Thames, lighting
up the night sky. During World War II, members of
the Big Ben Society would join in prayer as the great
bell would sound just before the start of the nine
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London
Shopping
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in London has never looked so good! Whatever your
fancy, you’ll find it here. From designer fashion
to funky home ware, London will pull at the purse
strings. With over 30,000 stores you’re spoilt for
choice. Delve into our world-renowned department stores,
ogle the antiques or buy into boutique chic. Tantalising
markets, food stores and book shops, the list goes
on… Top 10 London tores |
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Changing
the Guard
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| London
is steeped in over 2000 years of history and many
of the capital's longest-standing traditions are still
very much alive. Perhaps the epitome of London's surviving
pageantry can be found in the ceremonial Changing
of the Guard. A hugely popular spectacle, the Changing
of the Guard takes place daily during the summer (April-July)
and on alternate days for the rest of the year. There
is no ticketing, so make sure you get there early.
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Backingham
Palaca
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The
Changing of the Guard takes place inside the railings
of the forecourt to Buckingham Palace. The Foot
Guards provide a colourful display in their red
tunics and bearskins and are accompanied by a band
throughout. During the 45 minute ceremony the New
Guard replaces the Old Guard and a detachment is
left at Buckingham Palace with the remaining New
Guard marching on to St James Palace. For a good
view, get there early and position yourself near
the railings or the Victoria Memorial.
The
Changing of the Guard (see
here) takes place daily at 11.30am and lasts
approximately 45 minutes. In July 2002 the ceremony
takes place every day.
Nearest
Station: Victoria, St James's Park or Green Park.
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Horse
Guard Parade
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For
a chance to see the Queen's Life Guard, head for
the separate ceremony that takes place daily throughout
the year at Horse Guards Parade, Whitehall. A similarly
colourful spectacle, this is a 25 minute ceremony.
The guard march from Hyde Park Corner, via Constitution
Hill and the Mall to Horse Guards Parade.
Changing
of Guard at Horse Guards Parade takes place daily
at 11am (Mon-Sat) and 10am (Sun).
Nearest
station: Embankment, Charing Cross and Westminster.
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Windsor
Castle
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William
the Conqueror chose to build a castle at Windsor
more than 900 years ago to defend the western approach
to the capital. As one of the Queen's official residences
Windsor Castle still plays a formal role in State
and official occasions. To share in the pageantry
of this palatial residence you can watch the Changing
of the Guard as they march up through the town to
the castle, accompanied by a band, when the Queen
is in residence. When the Queen is away, they mount
guard by the Henry VIII gate in winter, and on Castle
Hill in summer.
Changing
of Guard at 1100 Mon-Sat (Apr-Aug).
In
July 2002 it will take place every day, in August
2002 it takes place on EVEN dates only (eg. 2, 4,
6).
Prices:Adults
£11.50, Children £6.00, Snr Citizens £9.50 and Families
£29.00
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