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Adrian is responsible for the care of the six palaces and the collections and for their enhancement, ensuring that they continue to be fit for use and better presented. Jane is also currently a Trustee of the Choral Foundation. The Tower is continuing work on its most ambitious installation ever, the transformation of the moat into a huge floral display to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee. This first episode focuses on the iconic Yeoman Warders, or Beefeaters, following their daily routine and the appointment of a new Chief Beefeater. The Queen's pageantmaster Bruno Peek presented the globe to Tower of London Governor Brigadier Andrew Jackson. While Matt prepares the chapel, Canon Roger Hall chooses his most celebratory vestments. The whole community is getting ready for the big day. Behind the scenes at the castle and exploring its 900 years of history. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. Inside the Tower of London Season 1 Episodes Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. A massive 62-gun salute is planned on the Wharf, but with his boss, the Chief Yeoman Warder, away, new Yeoman Gaoler Rob Fuller is in charge for the first time. New Year Honours List | The British Army Catch up on Season 5 of Inside the Tower on My5. In the present day, curator Sally Dixon-Smith deciphers some graffiti by a Tudor mystic who mysteriously disappeared, while Yeoman warder Chris Clawson reveals why the tower is still a spooky place to work in after dark. The Tower of London: Unlocked - The Tower at War, The Tower of London: Unlocked - Secrets of the Beefeaters, The Tower of London: Unlocked - The Royal Prison, The Tower of London: Unlocked - Torture and Execution. I saved myself from Royal life, Harry says & insists 'sharing's an act of service', Love Island's Olivia Hawkins breaks silence as she returns to the UK, Loose Women star lined up to be Strictly's first contestant in wheelchair, Coronation Street fans horrified as Amy Barlow is raped in disturbing scenes, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. One of them, Edgar, is called after the horror writer Edgar Allan Poe, but his sister still needs a name. Learn. The Tower of London is no stranger to change - it has seen 42 monarchs come and go, and a strict protocol immediately kicks into action. Non-commercial use only, not for resale. As crowds turn up to the Tower for the Jubilee celebrations, the Yeoman Warders historical tours are even more in demand. Its design features platinum, diamond, gold and silver elements, representing the monarchs four jubilees. The Getty Images design is a trademark of Getty Images. The blue globe, which sits inside a silver crown on a blue and gold cushion, will become a centrepiece in the lighting of the beacons, a key event taking place over the long June weekend to mark the monarchs 70-year reign. These days the job is a ceremonial one - each Constable remains in post for five years, attends official engagements and lives at the Towers grandest address, the Kings House. He and his team have to scatter 20 million seeds across the moats 14,000 square metres to grow and flower in time for the Platinum Jubilee weekend in June. Save up to 30% when you upgrade to an image pack. Historic Royal Palaces interpretation officer Emma Bell has a bold plan to transform the fortress into a spectacular winter wonderland, inspired by the Tower's famous menagerie. Pete, Rob and the rest of their Beefeater and Tower colleagues organise a send-off to remember, complete with Royal Marines band. Access the best of Getty Images with our simple subscription plan.