Tower of London Poppies

The Tower Remembers

2025 Poppies commemorative display to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War.

See a new special commemorative display of ceramic poppies installed inside the Tower of London to mark the 80^th anniversary of the end of the Second World War.

The display of nearly 30,000 of the original poppies, made for the 2014 installation, ‘Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red’, returns to the Tower, marking the sacrifices made by so many during the Second World War. 

The specially commissioned installation resembles a ‘wound’ at the heart of the Tower, which was itself bombed during the Blitz. Poppies pour across the lawn overlooked by the ancient White Tower, where the blood-red flowers form a crater, with ripples flowing outwards. 

On display within the Tower’s walls, the installation creates striking images, reminding us of loss through war, and of the long-lasting impact of conflict. It creates a shared space for visitors to remember and reflect on the collective sacrifice of so many in this important anniversary year.

The poppies are on loan from Imperial War Museums and were designed and made by the artist, Paul Cummins. The new display has been created by the designer, Tom Piper.

Don't miss your chance to see this unique installation. 

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