History - The return of Temple Bar to the City of London
   
 
   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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The Last Stone is laid

The Last Stone is laid
25th August 2004

History is made after 126 years, London's most famous gateway has now been reassembled back in the City. The last remaining stone was fixed into position on Wednesday afternoon by CWO, Stonemasons Phil and Jay.

The Corporation of London, has returned London's last remaining gateway back to the City after it was taken down in 1878. It was then reassembled at Theobalds Park in 1889 where it stood for 116 years. You can follow this historic project and the journey of Sir Christopher Wren's 2,700 stones in a forthcoming production.

 

Key stages and highlights of the project
Work starts at Theobalds
First stone is dismantled
Work starts at Paternoster
First stone is laid
Time Capsule found
Last stone is lifted
Time Capsule buried
Last stone is fixed
Second Time Capsule buried
The Official Opening

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