How much did the scaffolding cost of Big Ben?

How much did the scaffolding cost of Big Ben? The approximate fee value for the scaffolding construction and PCSA is £3.5m. The conservation of the Elizabeth Tower as a whole is expected to cost £29m. In addition to the scaffolding contract, Sir Robert McAlpine Special Projects Division has also been awarded the PCSA for the remainder of the conservation works.

Does Big Ben cost money?

There is no Big Ben and Parliament entry fee as such because the entry inside the Big Ben tower is not allowed for the tourists except the ones who are UK residents. However, the area around Big Ben is accessible to the public and the view of the tower can be enjoyed free of cost.

How much did it cost to scaffold Big Ben?

The last of the scaffolding being used on Sir Robert McAlpine's scheme to refurbish Big Ben was slotted into place last week at a cost of £3.5m.

What was the original cost of the Big Ben?

The original cost of the project to the taxpayers and creditors was estimated to be roughly £29 million, but this was then more than doubled, to £69 million.

Why did Big Ben get rebuilt?

In 2017, Parliament embarked on a full restoration of the clock, which was described as an architectural and technological challenge of unprecedented scale. The project was primarily aimed at repairing the damage done by German bombs during World War II.

Can you visit the Big Ben for free?

Big Ben tours are free! But only UK residents over the age of 11 are allowed. Visitors also need to climb the 334 steps to the top of the Elizabeth Tower without assistance, which means those with heart conditions and in the later stages of pregnancy aren't allowed.

Can anyone go inside Big Ben?

All visitors allowed on Elizabeth Tower/Big Ben tours must be UK residents. There are no exceptions to this. Visitors must be over 11 years old. Visitors must be able to climb all 334 steps unaided without assistance.

Who scaffolded Big Ben?

The ceremony at the top of the Elizabeth Tower – popularly known as Big Ben – was preceded by traditional bagpipe music and an evergreen bough was attached to the scaffolding by the building and civil engineering company delivering the conservation project, Sir Robert McAlpine Special Projects Ltd.

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