§ MR. J. ROWLANDS (Finsbury, E.)I beg to ask the Secretary of State for War why is it that the historic church of St. Peter ad Vincula, in the Tower of 1322 London, is closed against the public, who are not even allowed to approach its outside walls; and whether facilities could be given in future for the inspection of this church?
§ MR. E. STANHOPEThe church of St. Peter ad Vincula is used daily for Divine service. It is small, plain, and contains but little of public interest. There is only one door, and on free days, when visitors are very numerous, it would be impossible for all to visit the church. On the other hand, a warder is always stationed at the Beauchamp Tower for the express purpose of taking any visitors into the church who may express a wish to see it.
§ MR. J. ROWLANDSThe right hon. Gentleman says this church has little public interest, but there is a difference of opinion on that point. May I ask him to allow greater facilities to visitors who think the church has great historical interest?
§ MR. E. STANHOPEA warder is stationed at the Beauchamp Tower to take anyone over the church who wishes to see it.