Historic houses · London
Millbank Tower
In or near City of Westminster.
Millbank Tower — a Grade II*-listed historic house in england-london, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Vauxhall · 0.7 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
Getting there & planning your visit
Millbank Tower is located in Westminster, London, with the postcode SW1P 4RG. The nearest railway station is Vauxhall, which is 0.7 km away. Entry is free, and the site is accessible for wheelchair users.
About
Millbank Tower is a Grade II*-listed building in england-london, United Kingdom. Grade II* status is conferred by Historic England (or Cadw, Historic Environment Scotland or NIEA equivalents) on buildings of exceptional national interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for full historical and architectural details.
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Summary from the official site
Tate Britain is a major art gallery in London that showcases a vast collection of British art spanning 500 years. Visitors can explore works from renowned artists such as JMW Turner, the Pre-Raphaelites, and contemporary creators, all available for free. The gallery also hosts special exhibitions, which may require booking.
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From the Wikipedia article
Millbank Tower is a 119-metre-high (390 ft) skyscraper in the City of Westminster at Millbank, by the River Thames in London, England. The tower was constructed in 1963, and has been home to many high-profile political organisations, including the Labour and Conservative parties, and the United Nations.
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Background
History
The tower was constructed in 1963 for Vickers and was therefore originally known as Vickers House or the Vickers Tower. It was designed by Ronald Ward and Partners and built by John Mowlem & Co. It is a landmark on the London skyline, standing beside the River Thames, half a mile upstream from the Palace of Westminster. The tower has been owned by David and Simon Reuben since 2002, while still being managed by its former owner Tishman Speyer Properties. It is a Grade II listed building. Until the BT Tower's completion in 1964, Millbank Tower was the tallest building in the United Kingdom. The 2003 edition of the Pevsner architectural guide says that the Millbank Tower is "one of the few…
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- Coordinates
- 51.4922, -0.1260
- District
- Westminster
- Parish
- Westminster, unparished area
- Postcode
- SW1P 4RG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Cities of London and Westminster
- Phone
- +44 20 7887 8888
- Established
- 1963
- Nearest railway station
- Vauxhall — 0.7 km
- Opening
- Monday to Sunday 10.00–18.00; last entry 17.30
- Official site
- www.tate.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q2915930 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Millbank Tower (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Millbank Tower?
- Millbank Tower is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SW1P 4RG), in the parish of Westminster, unparished area.
- What is Millbank Tower?
- Millbank Tower — a Grade II*-listed historic house in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Millbank Tower?
- The nearest railway station is Vauxhall, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode SW1P 4RG.
- When was Millbank Tower built?
- Built or established in 1963.
- Who owns Millbank Tower?
- Millbank Tower is owned by David and Simon Reuben.
- Is Millbank Tower a listed building?
- Millbank Tower is officially recognised as Grade II* listed.
- Is Millbank Tower free to visit?
- Yes, Millbank Tower is free to enter.
- How do I get to Millbank Tower?
- The nearest railway station is Vauxhall, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SW1P 4RG.