Whitechapel Bell Foundry
Saturday 7 May 2016 10 - 11.30am
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£30. Friends only.
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On this fascinating and very popular tour we learn about the history of the Whitechapel Bell Foundry which was established in 1570 and is still very much in operation today. It is Britain’s oldest manufacturing company, famous for the design and manufacture of many important bells including the Liberty Bell in 1752 and Big Ben in 1858.
On our tour of these Grade II listed buildings, which include the Foundry itself and the extended outbuildings which date back to 1670, we learn about the variety of bells it produces and see a selection of large and small bells that have been recently manufactured.
Please note there are uneven floors and steep staircases, open-toed sandals are not allowed and children under 16 are not permitted.
This event is also taking place on 9 April 2016.