Planned City skyscraper is threat to ancient burial ground and Tower of London, warn heritage groups

Historic England has raised alarms over the construction of a 46-storey building at 63 St Mary Axe, asserting it threatens a possible 13th-century burial ground and the integrity of views of the Tower of London, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Despite plans by AXA IM Alts to enhance the area with greenery and reveal a section of the Roman wall, critics argue the building’s height and presence would detract from the historical significance of the Tower. Historic England insists the application be denied to protect the iconic silhouette of the Tower.

Historic England has expressed concerns that the proposed 46-storey building will obscure views of the Tower of London and threaten a suspected 13th-century burial ground.

AXA IM Alts argues that the site has been paved over for decades, and their plans include enhancing the space, uncovering part of the Roman wall and adding green areas.

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