Stefan Nunn

Review of Parliament of the United Kingd...

Visiting the mother of all Parliaments could be a ...

Visiting the mother of all Parliaments could be a dull tedious affair, but the guide Felix made it a lively affair. The tour includes the main lobby, both the house of commons and the Lords with time for questions and also parts of the house used by the Queen during the state opening. The original parts of the building are harmonious if a little over decorated by Pugin. It's no wonder the poor fellow went mad and ended up in the Bethlehem hospital (Bedlam - now the Imperial War Museum site). The tour can be 75 minutes and varies from very cool, bordering on cold in Westminster Hall, to a balmy House of Lords. The guide made it very good fun in learning about the process of Parliament and Government, so well done Felix.