Watkin's Tower, Unfinished observation tower in Wembley Park, London, United Kingdom.
The iron lattice tower reached 154 feet in height before construction stopped, featuring an octagonal base structure with eight supporting legs.
Railway entrepreneur Sir Edward Watkin initiated the project in 1894 to compete with the Eiffel Tower and attract visitors to his Metropolitan Railway line.
The tower influenced the development of Wembley Park as a recreational destination, leading to the creation of sports facilities and ornamental gardens.
The construction company raised £87,000 through railway investments but faced financial difficulties that led to voluntary liquidation in 1899.
The foundations of this Victorian engineering project now rest beneath Wembley Stadium, marking a transformation from failed tower to iconic sports venue.
Location: London
Inception: 1894
Architects: Benjamin Baker
GPS coordinates: 51.55556,-0.27944
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:46
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