The Chapel of St Peter and St Paul in the heart of historic Greenwich are re-launching their behind the scenes tour of Wren’s Dome, offering panoramic views of London.
The behind the scenes tour takes visitors up a narrow, winding staircase (125 steps) to the top of the chapel. The dome is usually out of reach and will be opening for a short time only, with tours limited to six people at a time.
Visitors are required to be physically fit in order to climb the 125 steps to the top and climb narrow wooden ladders.
Wren’s dome was once used as a historic vantage point and was used to defend London during the Second World War.
The Old Royal Naval College and surrounding buildings at the Royal Observatory were designed by Sir Christopher Wren and built between 1696 and 1751.
When designing the Greenwich site he originally proposed a single dome, however, Queen Mary was keen to preserve the view of the Queen’s House so he created a twin-domed solution still standing today.
Wren also designed 51 City Churches, all with a unique spire on the top and the most famous dome he built was St.Paul’s Cathedral.
Tickets for the tour include a gift pack, entry to the Painted Hall and the Discover Greenwich Museum.
Dates: From 3 April
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Times: Tours at 11:30am or 1:30pm
Location: Chapel of St Peter & St Paul, Old Royal Naval College, London SE10 9NN
Tickets: £48 per ticket
https://ornc.org/whats-on/behind-the-scenes-secret-dome-tour/
