178 STEPS TO HEAVEN

Islington Guided Walks are organising Caledonian Clock Tower again.Tours are arranged for Sunday 29 June, Saturday 26 July and Sunday 24 August.

The Tower originally opened in 1855 as part of the Caledonian Meat Market which operated from the area now known as Caledonian Park in Market Street N7 close to Caledonian Road Underground Station. It is 45 metres high with178 steps to climb.

The tour will cover the fascinating history of London’s meat markets, you will also be able to see the insides of the wonderful pendulum clock that is older than Big Ben. At the top of the Tower, there are fantastic, photogenic 360°views around London.