Wellington Arch

Designed by the architect Decimus Burton in 1825, Wellington Arch was originally commissioned by George IV as an imposing entrance to Buckingham Palace, although this did not last long before it was moved to its present site at Hyde Park Corner in 1882. The Arch commemorates the first Duke of Wellngton's defeat of Napoleon at Waterloo.

The sculpture on the top of Wellington Arch is by Adrian Jones and depicts the angel of peace descending on the chariot of war and is noteworthy for being the biggest bronze sculpture in Britain. It was installed in 1912 as a replacement to the original statue of the Duke of Wellington on horseback which was considered to be to large for the Arch.

Visitors can go inside the Arch and view an exhibition over three floors about London's various memorials and statues. Not to be missed is the opportunity to go out onto the viewing platforms at the top of the arch and take in some amazing views of Hyde Park, Green Park and the London skyline.

Wellington Arch, Hyde Park Corner, London, W1J 7JZ Official Website.

Nearest Tube: Hyde Park Corner.

Close by to Wellington Arch is Aspley House and Museum and The Queen Mother's Gate.

Wellington Arch is just one of the many attractions you can visit during the day when you enjoy a personalised London Break - with Bill Wright's Capital Breaks you'll have the best seats in the house (usually first 12 rows in the Stalls or first 6 rows in the Dress Circle) to one of London's many shows such as Mamma Mia! or Mary Poppins for example along with a stay for one night or more in one of London's finest 4 or 5 star hotels with Full English Breakfast included.

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