St Katharine's & Wapping in Tower Hamlets in Greater London, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
The Pool of London
Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, September 11, 2026
1. The Pool of London Marker
The marker is located between the Tower Hill Underground station and the tunnel that leads to the Tower of London.
The Pool of London
The Pool of London stretches from London Bridge to beyond Tower Bridge, and extends back from both the north and south banks of the River Thames to embrace some of Britain’s finest historical, architectural and cultural assets, including the magnificent royal palace and fortress of the Tower of London.
Since Roman times, ships have sailed into the Pool of London laden with food, minerals, textiles, and exotic goods such as silks, ivory, spices, tea and coffee. The Pool was the centre of London’s food supply for hundreds of years, and is today a popular meeting place for eating and drinking in one of the many top quality restaurants, bars, and cafes along the river.
The images which decorate this pedestrian underpass are reproductions of oil paintings specially commissioned from Stephen B Whatley in the spring of 2000. Many were painted on location while others were inspired by various historical images. They tell the story of the Tower of London from its foundation by William the Conqueror to its modern role as one of the nation’s best-loved visitor attractions. They show some of the kings and queens who
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Funding for the refurbishment of this subway was provided by Historic Royal Palaces, the Pool of London Partnership and Taylor Woodrow Properties Ltd.
The Pool of London Partnership
A partnership of private, public and voluntary organisations who have come together to create a new quarter for the capital which will:
• Be an attractive and enjoyable place for visitors, residents and workers.
• Provide opportunities for employment, training and business development for local people.
• Contribute to London’s success as a world class visitor destination.
• Become the administrative centre for London Government.
The Pool of London Partnership is supported by the Government’s Single Regeneration Budget.
Erected by The Tower of London.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Industry & Commerce • Waterways & Vessels.
Location. 51° 30.584′ N,
Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, September 11, 2026
2. Pedestrian Underpass
The underpass is decorated with paintings by artist Stephen B Whatley and a series of historical facts about the Tower.
Regionally, this marker is in the Greater South East. Globally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean, in the North Atlantic Region, in Europe, in Atlantic Europe, on one of the British Isles, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Tower Hill Passageway: Henry III (a few steps from this marker); Tower Hill Passageway: Panoramic View of the Tower (a few steps from this marker); Tower Hill Passageway: Queen’s Guard (a few steps from this marker); Tower Hill Passageway: Crown Jewels — St Edward's Crown (a few steps from this marker); Tower Hill Passageway: Jousting and Tournaments (a few steps from this marker); Tower Hill Passageway: Elizabeth I
Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, September 11, 2026
3. The Pool of London
The section of the River Thames known as the Pool of London, looking out onto the Tower Bridge.
Another marker is no longer nearby. London Wall (was a few steps from this marker but has been replaced with another marker now near it).
The London Stereographic Company (LESCO Series), circa 1910
4. The Pool of London
Credits. This page was last revised on September 24, 2026. It was originally submitted on September 24, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 9 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on September 24, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. 4. submitted on September 24, 2026. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
