Sandy Henderson

What an amazing experience we climbed up to Bell Tower. I was apprehensive about the climb up 334 steps. However, my fears were not needed. It was not too cramped in the stairwell, and groups are a maximum of 12. I did not feel rushed at all, and after climbing 113 steps, we stopped and went into a room where our guide gave us the history of the building. There are a further two stops before we arrive next to Big Ben itself. We were lucky to arrive at midday, so we had the full experience! Our kind was extremely knowledgeable and answered our questions. Before you go up the tower, you have to leave anything that is a drop hazard. Also, you can not take photographs whilst on the tour. I didn't mind as I felt I was living in the moment and have the memory firmly fixed in my mind.