Manison House
The official residence of the Lord Mayor of the City of London
Some interesting fact about attractions
The Mansion House is located opposite the Bank of England at Bank Junction. As well as being the home and office of the Lord Mayor of the City of London, this unique building provides a spectacular setting for business meetings, civic and livery activity, and conferences.
Charitable and business related organisations also use Mansion House for fundraising events, receptions and dinners. A number of high profile events are held each year which provide a platform for cabinet ministers, visiting Heads of Government, and other prominent public figures. Some 50,000 people visit the Mansion House every year.
The tour
On the tour, your guide will explain the history of the Mansion House: how it has been used by previous Lord Mayors; and the important role it plays in supporting the current Lord Mayor.
The tour, led by the City of London Guides, includes many of the public rooms, as well as the Harold Samuel Collection, which is comprised of eighty-four 17th Century Dutch and Flemish paintings by such masters as Frans Hals, Nicoleas Maes and Jacob Ruisdael.
History of Manison House
Until the mid-18th century, Lord Mayors used their own houses or livery (Guild) halls for their work as head of the City's governmental, judicial and civic functions.
The idea of creating a permanent residence arose after the Great Fire of 1666 to provide a house for Lord Mayors who did not have their own livery hall. But it was almost three quarters of a century later that the architect and Clerk of the City's Work, George Dance the Elder, was chosen to design and build the Mansion House. The first stone was laid in 1739 but it was not until 1752 that Lord Mayor Sir Crispin Gascoigne was able to take up residence there. Work was completed in 1758.
Who is The Lord Mayor of London?
The Lord Mayor of London and the Mayor of London are two different persons. First is an officer only of the City of London, while the Mayor of London is the Mayor of Greater London and as such governs a much larger area. Within the City of London, the Lord Mayor has precedence over other individuals and has various special powers, rights and privileges.
The term in office of Lord Mayor of London is only 1 year
The official residence of the Lord Mayor of the City of London
Some interesting fact about attractions
The Mansion House is located opposite the Bank of England at Bank Junction. As well as being the home and office of the Lord Mayor of the City of London, this unique building provides a spectacular setting for business meetings, civic and livery activity, and conferences.
Charitable and business related organisations also use Mansion House for fundraising events, receptions and dinners. A number of high profile events are held each year which provide a platform for cabinet ministers, visiting Heads of Government, and other prominent public figures. Some 50,000 people visit the Mansion House every year.
The tour
On the tour, your guide will explain the history of the Mansion House: how it has been used by previous Lord Mayors; and the important role it plays in supporting the current Lord Mayor.
The tour, led by the City of London Guides, includes many of the public rooms, as well as the Harold Samuel Collection, which is comprised of eighty-four 17th Century Dutch and Flemish paintings by such masters as Frans Hals, Nicoleas Maes and Jacob Ruisdael.
History of Manison House
Until the mid-18th century, Lord Mayors used their own houses or livery (Guild) halls for their work as head of the City's governmental, judicial and civic functions.
The idea of creating a permanent residence arose after the Great Fire of 1666 to provide a house for Lord Mayors who did not have their own livery hall. But it was almost three quarters of a century later that the architect and Clerk of the City's Work, George Dance the Elder, was chosen to design and build the Mansion House. The first stone was laid in 1739 but it was not until 1752 that Lord Mayor Sir Crispin Gascoigne was able to take up residence there. Work was completed in 1758.
Who is The Lord Mayor of London?
The Lord Mayor of London and the Mayor of London are two different persons. First is an officer only of the City of London, while the Mayor of London is the Mayor of Greater London and as such governs a much larger area. Within the City of London, the Lord Mayor has precedence over other individuals and has various special powers, rights and privileges.
The term in office of Lord Mayor of London is only 1 year
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Opening time
Tuesdays | 2.00pm (arrive 15 min earlier). Please visit their web page for correct schedule.
Tickets
The cost of a Tour is £7 for Adults and £5 concessions.