The tower sundial

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 9:45 am

Here is the place I was referring to. It's right outside the Tower Hill tube station. It's HUGE! You really cant miss it!

It has an interesting time line all along the outside of it. It gives info on the city from roman times to present.

The next sundial is outside Tower Hill tube station, and you can get there by tube from Blackfriars. If it is a fine day, (and after it is re-opened sometime in 2002) you could walk over the Millennium footbridge, past the new Tate Modern art gallery, and continue along the south bank riverside walk, making diversions if you like to see the Globe Theatre or Southwark Cathedral.. Ignore Southwark and London Bridges, and cross back to the north bank at Tower Bridge. As you cross the river, the Tower of London will be on your left, and behind it, further away from the river, is Tower Hill station. This has a large horizontal sundial in a small courtyard outside the Tube station.

chrisb84uk · Post by **chrisb84uk** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 10:08 am

Wow you weren't kidding, that sundial is huge. I've been to London a few times, but never managed to see the sundial, even though as u say it's not hard to miss. Must have a look at it sometime.

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 10:15 am

London is just fascinating! Where else can you see something like the 'eye' and cleopatras needle all within walking distance! LOL! I cant wait to see the look on her face when she HEARS Big Ben! That is such an ICON!!

chrisb84uk · Post by **chrisb84uk** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 10:18 am

Oh speaking of the London Eye I never got chance to go on it, whilst I was in London. Has any one been on it before, I hear the views, especially at night are supposed to be spectacular!

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 10:19 am

me either! Maybe we could......I KNOW you have to book ahead for that! What do ya think?

chrisb84uk · Post by **chrisb84uk** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 10:22 am

Well I don't see why not, I'm sure it would be great fun. Though we are going to have to decide who will sit with who in each little carriage car, as I think you can only have 3 people in any 1 car, though I could be wrong.

chrisb84uk · Post by **chrisb84uk** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 10:26 am

Hahaha ok I'm miles out. Each Capsule can hold up to 25 people. I see that they do group bookings for 15 people, which gets u 10% off that and a River cruise as well. Sounds nice!

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 10:27 am

Just found out we get a nice discount for a group of 15 or more.

check it out! http://www.londoneye.com/booking/group. ... dnav=group

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 10:28 am

chrisb84uk wrote: Hahaha ok I'm miles out. Each Capsule can hold up to 25 people. I see that they do group bookings for 15 people, which gets u 10% off that and a River cruise as well. Sounds nice!
This sounds GREAT!!! Now THAT would be worth a trip up to london, eh?

chrisb84uk · Post by **chrisb84uk** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 10:30 am

Sure would and it would be a perfect way to experience London, without having to worry about traffic and congestion. Oh there is simply so much to do, and so little time to do it in!

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 10:35 am

I dont think there is a better introduction to London! And the trip around doesnt last that long. I think thats a perfect way to spend a day with everybody! A lunch at the albert and a trip on the eye, all within walking distance! We may be on to something here, chris!

chrisb84uk · Post by **chrisb84uk** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 10:39 am

Indeed it does seem that we are onto something. And of course u are going to be with Minks a lot longer than the rest of us, so you will be able to show her all kinds of great things around London and the surrounding areas!

Oh and if u are after any planning help for the rest of Minks's stay, then feel free to give me a shout, and I'll help as best I can ok!

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 10:43 am

Yep we'll be in London for alot of her trip. But we're also planning other stuff as well. You know stonehenge DEMANDS a visit!:wah:

minks · Post by **minks** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 10:44 am

chrisb84uk wrote: Indeed it does seem that we are onto something. And of course u are going to be with Minks a lot longer than the rest of us, so you will be able to show her all kinds of great things around London and the surrounding areas!

Oh and if u are after any planning help for the rest of Minks's stay, then feel free to give me a shout, and I'll help as best I can ok!

the Eye now I have seen some facinating pics of that thing. It looks amazing... I think you guys have a great idea there. Everyone attending should truly enjoy that. hehehe As for planning time with me, I think Robin will be rolling onto my return plane in a wheel chair as I will be thoroughly exhausted yet satisfied. hehehe

You know 16 hours after I arrive back home I go to work ahahaha crazy huh, well at least I will have a short work week ahead of me to recoup hehehehe

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 10:48 am

Yep. We're going to wear you out! :wah: For such a small place, this island is just jam packed with STUFF!!

chrisb84uk · Post by **chrisb84uk** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 10:49 am

:wah: Oh I can imagine trying to tell everyone back home about your adventures over here, and having so much to tell that your voice will go before the end. Probably a good idea to bring a journal or something, so you can jot everything down, before u forget!

minks · Post by **minks** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 10:49 am

Raven wrote: Yep. We're going to wear you out! :wah: For such a small place, this island is just jam packed with STUFF!!

loving it.

Bez · Post by **Bez** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 11:12 am

minks wrote: loving it.

Hey Minksy...you should stop peeping at these threads ...it's all supposed to be a surprise !!!

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 11:22 am

Heres the info on the eye!

http://www.londoneye.com/ Take a look and tell me what you think!

Bez · Post by **Bez** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 11:36 am

Looks fantastic....

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 1:06 pm

Okay here is an update on the plan. Those who can, meet at the sundial on Tower Hill at 9. We need to head to Heathrow by 9:30. Doesnt leave us alot of time, so make sure you have ticket to heathrow all ready. We head to the airport to pick up minks. The rest will meet up with us there. And there is only one place to go. All incoming international flights come out in the same area. Then we head to the albert for a lunch, then off to the eye.

Does that sound about right?

chrisb84uk · Post by **chrisb84uk** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 1:09 pm

Raven wrote: Okay here is an update on the plan. Those who can, meet at the sundial on Tower Hill at 9. We need to head to Heathrow by 9:30. Doesnt leave us alot of time, so make sure you have ticket to heathrow all ready. We head to the airport to pick up minks. The rest will meet up with us there. And there is only one place to go. All incoming international flights come out in the same area. Then we head to the albert for a lunch, then off to the eye.

Does that sound about right?

Sounds good to me!!

minks · Post by **minks** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 1:10 pm

Raven wrote: Okay here is an update on the plan. Those who can, meet at the sundial on Tower Hill at 9. We need to head to Heathrow by 9:30. Doesnt leave us alot of time, so make sure you have ticket to heathrow all ready. We head to the airport to pick up minks. The rest will meet up with us there. And there is only one place to go. All incoming international flights come out in the same area. Then we head to the albert for a lunch, then off to the eye.

Does that sound about right?
I shall be there

Bez you are kidding right??

Chris I have 2 journals, one for all my bits and pieces to glue in, one for my writing, got em from my ma and sis in law at Xmas. I am prepared hehehehe. Maybe I will fill them then will mail them to one of you upon my return and you read it contribute then pass it through the mail to another member who was there etc, then the last person mail them back to me.

Bez · Post by **Bez** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 1:10 pm

Raven wrote: Okay here is an update on the plan. Those who can, meet at the sundial on Tower Hill at 9. We need to head to Heathrow by 9:30. Doesnt leave us alot of time, so make sure you have ticket to heathrow all ready. We head to the airport to pick up minks. The rest will meet up with us there. And there is only one place to go. All incoming international flights come out in the same area. Then we head to the albert for a lunch, then off to the eye.

Does that sound about right?

Perfect, just perfect.:-6

jennyswan · Post by **jennyswan** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 1:14 pm

Okay here is an update on the plan. Those who can, meet at the sundial on Tower Hill at 9. We need to head to Heathrow by 9:30. Doesnt leave us alot of time, so make sure you have ticket to heathrow all ready. We head to the airport to pick up minks. The rest will meet up with us there. And there is only one place to go. All incoming international flights come out in the same area. Then we head to the albert for a lunch, then off to the eye.

Does that sound about right?

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Sounds good, have a look at my airport thread please guys I need advice (as usual)

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 1:16 pm

minks wrote: I shall be there

Bez you are kidding right??

Chris I have 2 journals, one for all my bits and pieces to glue in, one for my writing, got em from my ma and sis in law at Xmas. I am prepared hehehehe. Maybe I will fill them then will mail them to one of you upon my return and you read it contribute then pass it through the mail to another member who was there etc, then the last person mail them back to me.
You know....thats a good idea!! You suprise me sometimes! LOL!!

minks · Post by **minks** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 1:22 pm

Raven wrote: You know....thats a good idea!! You suprise me sometimes! LOL!!

ahahaha no worries there, no surprise I will be there come hell or high water.

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 1:23 pm

So will we darling, so will we! :-6

Bez · Post by **Bez** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 1:42 pm

Raven wrote: Okay here is an update on the plan. Those who can, meet at the sundial on Tower Hill at 9. We need to head to Heathrow by 9:30. Doesnt leave us alot of time, so make sure you have ticket to heathrow all ready. We head to the airport to pick up minks. The rest will meet up with us there. And there is only one place to go. All incoming international flights come out in the same area. Then we head to the albert for a lunch, then off to the eye.

Does that sound about right?

There are 2 stations at heathrow...terminal 4 and terminal 1,2,3. let us know which terminal so that we can get the right ticket ..

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 1:49 pm

Bez wrote: There are 2 stations at heathrow...terminal 4 and terminal 1,2,3. let us know which terminal so that we can get the right ticket ..
I'll bet it's 4, but I will let everyone know as soon as we find out.

Bez · Post by **Bez** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 1:51 pm

ArnoldLayne wrote: That sundial is running a bit slow. It needs looking at

It probably needs winding up...or the battery needs changing.

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 1:56 pm

Wait till you see it bez! It is really neat!

Bez · Post by **Bez** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 2:03 pm

We'll be there by 9am and take a look. it looks impressive from the photo.

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 2:05 pm

You going to bring a flower? I think that is a cute idea.

Bez · Post by **Bez** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 2:15 pm

Can do...why not ? will everyone else do you think ? Nice idea.

jennyswan · Post by **jennyswan** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 2:16 pm

Can do...why not ? will everyone else do you think ? Nice idea.

Then we can bring Minks a bunch of flowers :-4

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 2:20 pm

It wasnt my idea! I think jenny or rapunzel suggested it. LOL! I'll have to look. And Chris suggested pics. LOL! Cant you see the looks we would get, wearing a bunch of lei's?? :wah:

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Mon Feb 06, 2006 2:22 pm

jennyswan wrote: Then we can bring Minks a bunch of flowers :-4
Wonderful idea!! Yeah......lets do it!

chrisb84uk · Post by **chrisb84uk** » Tue Feb 07, 2006 4:43 am

Raven wrote: I'll bet it's 4, but I will let everyone know as soon as we find out.

I could be completely wrong but if Minks is flying with Air Canada then I believe they have a tendancy to land at Terminal 3.

Rapunzel · Post by **Rapunzel** » Tue Feb 07, 2006 7:45 am

Raven wrote: Heres the info on the eye!

http://www.londoneye.com/ Take a look and tell me what you think!

If you click on 'Booking' and then on 'Tourist London' it suggests a River Trip which sounds fab! What do you think? Anyone fancy a river cruise after the London Eye?

(Although you may lose your lunch on one or the other! hehehe. Still, it all adds to the fun and would make for some interesting piccies! :wah: )

River Cruise Experience

The London Eye River Cruise Experience departs conveniently from our pier at the London Eye. Highlights of the 40 minute circular cruise include St PaulÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s Cathedral, the Houses of Parliament, Tower of London, HMS Belfast, ShakespeareÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s Globe, Tate Modern and the Millennium bridge. Includes live commentary and a souvenir guide map (map in seven languages). Suitable in all weather as the boat has both covered and sun deck seating. Both decks are accessible for wheelchair users. Toilets are available onboard. Foreign language audio commentary is available in French, Spanish, German, Dutch, Italian, Russian and Japanese. T-loops system available.

Rapunzel · Post by **Rapunzel** » Tue Feb 07, 2006 7:59 am

Raven wrote: It wasnt my idea! I think jenny or rapunzel suggested it. LOL! I'll have to look. And Chris suggested pics. LOL! Cant you see the looks we would get, wearing a bunch of lei's?? :wah:

Lol! It was me! :-4

I was also thinking about bringing a bouquet for Minks, but its gonna get pretty bashed if we drag it around London all day!

Why don't we all choose a flower to wear (eg, a daff but please not a rose...too tacky!) and bring a flower for Minks. :yh_flower

Then why don't we all pm Raven with our names addresses and phone numbers, then she can compile a list and pm it to all of us. There are bound to be some last minute hitches on the day and if people can text each other they wont worry that someone has got lost, or whatever.

Then we could all send Raven a cheque so she could make a group booking for the Eye and the river cruise (or whatever) so we don't have to spend hours queueing! We could also add a few pounds each to order a HUGE bouquet to be delivered to Ravens house the day before Minks arrives, so its all fresh and lovely and waiting for her when she arrives home with Raven. Whaddaya think?

Rapunzel · Post by **Rapunzel** » Tue Feb 07, 2006 8:03 am

minks wrote: I shall be there

Bez you are kidding right??

Chris I have 2 journals, one for all my bits and pieces to glue in, one for my writing, got em from my ma and sis in law at Xmas. I am prepared hehehehe. Maybe I will fill them then will mail them to one of you upon my return and you read it contribute then pass it through the mail to another member who was there etc, then the last person mail them back to me.

This is SUCH a great idea! But we must all send it registered post so that the recipient has to sign for it. It would be dreadful if it got lost in the post!

minks · Post by **minks** » Tue Feb 07, 2006 9:55 am

Raven wrote: It wasnt my idea! I think jenny or rapunzel suggested it. LOL! I'll have to look. And Chris suggested pics. LOL! Cant you see the looks we would get, wearing a bunch of lei's?? :wah:

my flowers will be fake they won't last the trip hehehehe I can get a lei though from the dollar store ahahahaha

minks · Post by **minks** » Tue Feb 07, 2006 9:57 am

minks wrote: my flowers will be fake they won't last the trip hehehehe I can get a lei though from the dollar store ahahahaha

Am I supposed to be reading this now ahahahah Ok every time I post now I will remind you all I arrive in London Heathrow Airport at 11:35AM

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Wed Feb 08, 2006 1:52 am

Rapunzel wrote: Lol! It was me! :-4

I was also thinking about bringing a bouquet for Minks, but its gonna get pretty bashed if we drag it around London all day!

Why don't we all choose a flower to wear (eg, a daff but please not a rose...too tacky!) and bring a flower for Minks. :yh_flower

Then why don't we all pm Raven with our names addresses and phone numbers, then she can compile a list and pm it to all of us. There are bound to be some last minute hitches on the day and if people can text each other they wont worry that someone has got lost, or whatever.

Then we could all send Raven a cheque so she could make a group booking for the Eye and the river cruise (or whatever) so we don't have to spend hours queueing! We could also add a few pounds each to order a HUGE bouquet to be delivered to Ravens house the day before Minks arrives, so its all fresh and lovely and waiting for her when she arrives home with Raven. Whaddaya think?
You have such good ideas! I think you need to be on the welcoming commitee too! I will be booking the group as the Forum Garden Gathering. LOL! They will think we are a botany club!:wah:

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Wed Feb 08, 2006 1:54 am

minks wrote: Am I supposed to be reading this now ahahahah Ok every time I post now I will remind you all I arrive in London Heathrow Airport at 11:35AM ARE YOU SURE???? You told me 10:30!! Look at your ticket honey! Make sure you give us the right time! LOL!!:-2

Raven · Post by **Raven** » Wed Feb 08, 2006 1:56 am

chrisb84uk wrote: I could be completely wrong but if Minks is flying with Air Canada then I believe they have a tendancy to land at Terminal 3.

We will have to check. It should be on her ticket! MINKS!!! LOOK AT YOUR TICKET!!!

Rapunzel · Post by **Rapunzel** » Wed Feb 08, 2006 1:35 pm

Raven wrote: We will have to check. It should be on her ticket! MINKS!!! LOOK AT YOUR TICKET!!

Also, let us know your flight number so we can watch out for you on the arrivals board!!!

Rapunzel · Post by **Rapunzel** » Wed Feb 08, 2006 1:44 pm

Raven wrote: You have such good ideas! I think you need to be on the welcoming commitee too! I will be booking the group as the Forum Garden Gathering. LOL! They will think we are a botany club!:wah:

LOL! Raven I would LOVE to be on the welcoming commitee! Thanks!

And they'll definitely think we're a Botany club if we're all wearing flowers too!

hehehe :wah:

Any idea of which flower to choose?

I keep thinking of daffs because I keep thinking its April 6th that Minks is coming!

Duh! Guess who's gonna be waiting at Heathrow for a whole month? :-5