Whitechapel Bell Foundry
Whitechapel Bell Foundry
Britain's oldest manufacturing company, having been established in 1570 (during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I) and being in continuous business since that date
The Whitechapel Bell Foundry is the oldest manufacturing company in Britain and was the birthplace of Big Ben, the great bell of the Palace Of Westminster. Founded in 1570, it still produces and supplies bells all over the country. On most Saturdays, you can pre-book and join a 90-minute tour of the factory to see for yourself how difficult and beautiful the art of bell-making is.
Venue Category:
Factory Visits & Industry
Activities provided:
Arts and Crafts
Business and Finance
Exhibitions
Guided Tour
Activities for people with SEN/Disabilities:
No
Curriculum:
Art
Design
History
Suitability:
Key Stage 2 (8-11)
Key Stage 3 (12-14)
Key Stage 4 (15-16)
Key Stage 5 (17+)
Residential?:
No
Locality:
Venue Address:
32–34 Whitechapel Road
London
E1 1DY
Venue Contact Number:
020 7427 2599
Contact Email: