Big Ben

Last Friday I had the opportunity to climb the clock tower (Big Ben). A small group of us were guided up the narrow stair case, all 343 steps, to be able to view the clock mechanisms (installed in 1859!) and the bells. This tour can only be done by residents through your local MP and it is free. I was lucky enough for my friend's housemate to tee it up. I wasn't sure I would make it up all the stairs but what a great experience to be at the top of Big Ben next to the bells when the clock struck 3pm - boy it was loud!!!