Converge on London        

Accompanying Persons Programme

Sunday 2nd July 2000 — Afternoon

(Most tours require a fee to participate)

London Eye (Allow 1 hour 30 mins)

The London Eye is London’s newest attraction. Built to celebrate the Millennium it is the World’s largest observation wheel. The constantly revolving wheel provides spectacular, unrivalled views of London as passengers take a 30 minute "flight" up to 450 feet above the Capital. On a clear day you can see for 25 miles from one of the futuristic glass capsules. A wonderful introduction to London.

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Walking Tour (2 hours walking time)

We will be offering a choice of two walks every day from the Original London Walks Company. The Summer itinerary will be available from the end of February and is likely to include Shakespeare and Dicken’s London, Old Westminster (1,000 years of history), In the Footsteps of Sherlock Holmes, the Beatles Magical Mystery Tour, Hidden London and Mayfair (the best address in London).

Sunday 2nd July 2000 — Evening

 

Exhibitors’ Reception

Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre, 6pm - 8pm

The opening of the exhibition provides the first opportunity for everyone attending the conference to get together in a social setting. Delegates and their partners can renew old friendships in an atmosphere enlivened by a light buffet.

Monday 3rd July 2000

Hampton Court Palace (All day)

Situated on the banks of the River Thames Hampton Court, started in 1514 by Cardinal Wolsey and developed by Henry VIII, is the grandest of Tudor residences. In the 17th Century it was further enlarged when Sir Christopher Wren designed new apartments for William III. As well as being able to tour royal apartments you will have the chance to explore the huge Tudor kitchens and over 60 acres of beautiful riverside gardens including the world famous maze.

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Tower of London (A morning)

For a thousand years the Tower of London has dominated the Capital. As a royal palace, fortress, prison, place of execution, arsenal, Royal Mint and Jewel House, it has witnessed many great events in British history. You can explore the nations leading historic attraction and the home of some of our greatest treasures. Entry includes a tour by one of the Yeoman Warders (popularly known as a ‘Beefeaters’) who have guarded this fortress for centuries. Stand on the site where famous prisoners, including two of Henry VIII’s wives were beheaded. See the Crown Jewels which includes the Imperial State Crown and the world’s largest cut diamond. Visit the White Tower, begun by William the Conqueror around 1080, and view the armour of Henry VIII.

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London Bus Tour (Allow just over one hour or all day)

This is the ‘original’ and most popular tour of London with your own qualified live guide or digitally recorded commentary. There are 3 tour routes which take in all the major sights. Two of the tours have a choice of language commentaries. You can stay on the bus for an entire tour, just over one hour, or hop-on, hop-off all day. There are over 90 stops, including several near the Queen Elizabeth Conference Centre.

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Walking Tours

See Sunday

Tuesday 4th July 2000 — Daytime

Historic Greenwich (All day)

Take a trip through the elegant new buildings of the London Docklands Development area on the elevated Dockland Light Railway to Island Gardens with its splendid view across the river towards Greenwich itself. Then walk under the river via the famous Greenwich Foot Tunnel. Once in historic Greenwich there is lots to see and do. Take a guided walking tour around the town. Your "Greenwich Passport" will include a visit to the famous tea clipper the Cutty Sark, the National Maritime Musuem and you can straddle the Eastern and Western Hemispheres by a visit to the Royal Observatory and the Meridian Line.

 

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The Millennium Dome (All day)

The Dome, which has the largest roof in the world, has been built to house an exhibition, which will only last for one year, to mark the Millennium. Inside the Dome there are nearly 20 attractions, each with a different approach and style, based around 3 broad themes - who we are, what we do and where we live. You can travel through the human body, loop the loop on a bike or play your own concerto! At the centre is an Arena where the Millennium Show, which involves dancing, flying performers, spectacular visual effects, and a powerful soundtrack, will be held 5 times a day.

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Lord’s Cricket Ground (Afternoon)

This trip is a chance to see the World-famous home of England’s national "Summer game" - cricket. Lord’s was established in 1787 and is the home of MCC, the Marylebone Cricket Club, guardian of the laws of the game and its guiding spirit. The Museum is a treasure trove of cricketing history. The Long Room is a shrine for players and fans the world over. There’s also a chance to tour the Indoor School and the newly built Media Centre where you’ll be able to visit one of the broadcasting boxes to take in the stunning views and imagine commentating on a great match. To round off the afternoon a traditional English tea will be served in The Lord’ s Tavern.

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Walking Tour

See Sunday.

Tuesday 4th July 2000 — Evening

Cruise on the River Thames

The evening cruise on the River Thames is the social highlight of the congress. Taking advantage of the long summer evenings, delegates and their partners will be taken in a flotilla of luxury boats on a ride through the centre of London’s history from fashionable Chelsea in the west down through the heart of the city and down the river past Greenwich and the Millennium dome. Wining, dining and dancing will provide alternatives to just sitting back and admiring the view, as the sights of London flow by. A collection of Thames views can be seen here.

 

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