Is London Eye being taken down?

No, the London Eye is not being taken down. Following Lambeth Council's unanimous decision in May 2024, the attraction was granted permanent planning permission, securing its place as a permanent fixture on the South Bank. Originally intended as a temporary, five-year, structure, it is now a lasting London landmark.

Did the London Eye get removed?

The Council agreed with this report, and in doing so, confirmed that the Eye could remain in place – with current arrangements continuing beyond 2028. This includes a requirement for 1% of the attraction's annual turnover to be paid towards the maintenance and management of the public area surrounding the site.

Is the London Eye closing for good?

Merlin Celebrates Decision to Make the London Eye Permanent. One of the UK's most iconic visitor attractions – the lastminute.com London Eye – has had its long-term future secured, after Lambeth Council confirmed that it could remain on London's South Bank.

Are they relocating the London Eye?

This is, as you may have guessed, a joke – there are no plans to move the Eye north of Hadrian's Wall. The following article dates back to December 2022. An iconic part of London's skyline could disappear for ever in a few years.

Is the London Eye permanent?

Initially designed to be a temporary structure to commemorate the new millennium, the London Eye's popularity exceeded its original five-year lease and was granted permanent planning permission in 2024.

How many years has the London Eye got left?

Is the London Eye still operating?

The London Eye is open daily except for Christmas Day (25th December) and during our annual maintenance period in January. The first rotation time is at our opening time for that specific day and closing time refers to the time of the last rotation.

Why is the London Eye pink in 2025?

We're over the moon that once again, some of London's most iconic buildings and landmarks will be glowing bright pink in support of our incredible MoonWalkers and Volunteers as they take on the challenge of The MoonWalk London 2025!

What is the new name for the London Eye?

London's most spokey landmark has a new name. From late January, the giant wheel on the South Bank will be officially known as the EDF Energy London Eye. Maybe we'll call it the EEL Eye for short. The new branding heralds a new sponsor.

What will happen to the old Museum of London?

The City of London Corporation (CLC) wants to demolish Bastion House and the former Museum of London, in the Barbican, and replace them with three office blocks. The three new buildings are to be between five and 17 storeys tall.

Is the London Eye closed in January 2026?

The London Eye is closed for annual maintenance from Monday, 5th January to Sunday, 18th January 2026.

Why is there no number 13 on the London Eye?

There's no number 13 on the London Eye because of Western superstition, as the number is considered unlucky; so, instead of a 13th capsule, the numbering skips from 12 directly to 14, keeping the 32 capsules (representing London's boroughs) numbered 1-12 and 14-33 for good fortune, a common practice in Britain.
 

Which is better, London Eye or the Shard?

The Shard vs The London Eye: Which Should You Visit? This is like choosing a favorite child! The Shard certainly has the wow factor in terms of views, and adrenaline junkies will no doubt prefer it for its dizzying height.

Was the London Eye meant to be temporary?

Yes, the London Eye was originally meant to be a temporary structure, approved for only a five-year period to celebrate the new millennium. However, due to its immense popularity with tourists and Londoners, its lease was repeatedly extended, and it was granted permanent planning permission in 2002, becoming a permanent fixture on the city's skyline. 

Why did they put up the London Eye?

The idea behind the London Eye

The London Eye was the idea of David Marks and Julia Barfield, a husband and wife team of architects. They submitted the idea for a competition in 1993 for a building or structure to mark the millennium in the UK.

What was the worst disaster in London?

Grenfell Tower fire. On 14 June 2017, a high-rise fire broke out in the 24-storey Grenfell Tower block of flats in North Kensington, West London, England, at 00:54 (12:54 AM) BST and burned for 60 hours. Seventy people died at the scene and two people died later in hospital, with more than 70 injured and 223 escaping.

Why is the Museum of London permanently closed?

London Museum (future)

Museum director Sharon Ament said that one reason for the move was "a failing building with problematic entrances and a location which is difficult to find".

When in 2026 will the London Museum open?

The new London Museum (formerly the Museum of London) is set to open in late 2026 at its new home in the historic Smithfield Market, with its main galleries in the Victorian General Market slated for this year, though some parts like the Poultry Market may open later in 2028. The museum's official website and recent articles point to a "towards the end of 2026" opening for the primary public spaces.
 

Where is the London Museum moving to?

The Museum of London is moving to Smithfield Market in the City of London, transforming the historic Victorian General Market and Poultry Market buildings into its new home, with the main museum expected to open in late 2026. This new location, rebranded as the London Museum (London Museum), will offer more space and modern facilities, bringing London's vast history to life in a dynamic cultural hub.

What is the new Museum in London 2025?

The brand-new V&A East has been named as one of the best attractions in the world for 2025. Opening from May 2025, the Victoria and Albert Museum is bringing not one, but two, new galleries to London next year.

Is the London Eye still in operation?

The London Eye is open from 11am to 6pm most of the year.

Why are there 32 pods on the London Eye?

There are 32 capsules on the London Eye to represent the 32 Boroughs of London with each of them holding up to 25 people, are air-conditioned and each weigh 10-tonnes. Each of the capsules has a number from 1-12 and 14-32, with the number 13 not used as it's seen as unlucky.

What is the rarest eye color in 2025?

As of 2025, amber remains the rarest natural eye color in humans. Globally, it occurs in about 0.5% of people. Purple and red eyes are also rare but tend to be linked with albinism or other genetic disorders, as opposed to being targeted by inheritance.

How bad will pink eye get?

Pink eye usually does not have long-term complications. Rarely, the cornea becomes chronically inflamed, leading to permanent vision problems. You should see an ophthalmologist if your pink eye does not resolve or if it gets worse after a week of treatment.

Is the London Eye owned by Coca-Cola?

The Coca-Cola London Eye is operated by MERLIN ENTERTAINMENTS plc, the leading name in location-based, family entertainment.