Tower Hamlets in Greater London, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)

The Tower of London foreshore

Photographed By Michael Herrick, April 27, 2018

1. The Tower of London foreshore Marker

Inscription.
William the Conqueror began the Tower of London close to the riverside, to stop invaders coming up the Thames. The foreshore was originally an open beach, but as London developed, wharves and warehouses were built to serve its growing trading economy. In the 20th century it became a popular bathing beach for Londoners.

From 1934 to 1939, and 1946 to 1971, the foreshore became the ‘Tower of London Children's Beach’. Cheaper than a trip to the real seaside, a visit to the Tower's beach was a real treat for Londoners. It now opens for two days every summer as part of National Archaeology Week, when people can hunt for archaeological treasure.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Forts and Castles • Waterways & Vessels.

Location. 51° 30.454′ N, 0° 4.693′ W. Marker is in Tower Hamlets, England, in Greater London. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Tower Hill and Trinity Square, on the left when traveling west. Located on the walkway along the River Thames. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Tower Hamlets, England EC3N 4DJ, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Saluting Battery (here, next to this marker); The Queen’s Stairs (a few steps from this marker); Western entrance (a few steps

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from this marker); The Byward Postern (within shouting distance of this marker); The Tower Wharf (within shouting distance of this marker); The Bell Tower (within shouting distance of this marker); Wharfinger Cottage (within shouting distance of this marker); Entering the fortress (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Tower Hamlets.

Also see . . .
1. Tower of London. (Submitted on May 14, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)
2. Tower of London on Wikipedia. (Submitted on May 14, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)

Photographed By Michael Herrick, April 27, 2018

2. The Tower of London foreshore Marker

Behind the marker is the River Thames and Tower Bridge.

The Tower of London from the River Thames image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Michael Herrick

3. The Tower of London from the River Thames

Credits. This page was last revised on January 27, 2022. It was originally submitted on May 14, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 186 times since then and 19 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 14, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.