Historic fortress tour & Mediterranean dining experience for two.
WHAT'S THIS ALL ABOUT?
The Tower of London is history. History in all its gory detail. A fortress, an infamous prison and a Royal Palace. Nothing disappoints. At one time there was a Royal menagerie roaming the ramparts and the moat. The Tower housed exotic wild animals never seen before in London. It was really the first zoo. The King of France donated an elephant to add to the collection. Sadly, the animals, like the prisoners at the Tower, did not last long in the cramped, unnatural conditions. The Menagerie eventually closed for good in 1835, and the remaining animals were dispatched to a new home in Regent's Park.
There is history at every turn, and in every rampart. Your imagination really doesn't have to work at all; the Tower does it all for you. From William the Conqueror onwards, the Tower has been a stronghold. The fact that it is in the middle of London makes it all the more extraordinary.
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Say goodbye to the Ravens and the Beefeaters, and head off for a two-course meal at The Shakedown. It's just near Tower Bridge so you don't have to go far. The fare is traditional Mediterranean and all the produce is locally sourced. There are two courses, and you can choose between a starter and a main course, or a main course and a dessert. The atmosphere is light and bright, but still a testament to London's history. Back in 1905, this hotel served as a police station, and the restaurant floor was home to 22 holding cells. Hence the name 'Shakedown'.
This restaurant is just the spot to think about the history of the city and start to create your own story.
THE ALL IMPORTANT DETAILS
- Location: London
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Available Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays, Christmas and Valentines Day.)
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This experience will last approximately 4.5 hours.
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Over 18s only
HOW DOES IT WORK?
All you have to do is pay for the gift experience you wish to purchase. We’ll send a voucher including booking information to you or directly to the recipient. You or your recipient needs to check the information on the voucher and book your experience date.