BT Tower is a Grade II listed communications tower in Fitzrovia, at 60 Cleveland Street. Completed in the 1960s, it became a familiar part of London’s skyline and once had a revolving restaurant near the top. The tower is not normally open to the public, so most visits are limited to viewing it from street level. If you have access through a special event or a public visit, the upper floors offer wide views across London, and a short film in the foyer covers the building’s history.
A communications landmark in Fitzrovia
BT Tower stands on Cleveland Street in Fitzrovia. Built in the 1960s as a communications building, it became a prominent feature of London’s skyline. The tower is Grade II listed and is now used as a high-security communications hub, which is why it is not generally open to visitors.
The building’s height made it the tallest in the UK when it was completed, a title it held until the NatWest Tower was completed in 1980. From the street, its narrow profile and aerial rigging distinguish it from the surrounding buildings.
The revolving restaurant
The tower’s upper floors once included a revolving restaurant. It completed a full rotation in 23 minutes, giving diners changing views over London as they ate. The restaurant was a major attraction in the tower’s early years, but it is no longer open to the public.
A visit inside, when access is granted, can include a short film in the foyer about the building’s history. The upper floors provide views across the city, though access depends on a special event or other invitation.
Planning a visit
For most visitors, BT Tower is a landmark to see from outside. Public access has been limited, with occasional visits available through special events. A public visit has also been possible through a ballot connected with Open House London in September, but tickets are limited.
The tower has been sold for hotel redevelopment. The available information does not confirm when public access might change, so check current access details before making plans.
FAQ
Can you go inside BT Tower?
The tower is not normally open to the public. Access has been available at some special events and through limited public visits.
Where is BT Tower?
It is at 60 Cleveland Street in Fitzrovia, London.
What was the revolving restaurant at BT Tower?
The restaurant was on the 34th floor and made one rotation every 23 minutes. It is no longer open to the public.
How can I get public access to BT Tower?
Limited public visits have been available through an annual September Open House ballot. Special-event access may also be possible, but check current arrangements before planning.
