For more than three decades, Tower 42 proudly stood as London’s tallest skyscraper. It was one of Queen Elizabeth’s favourite buildings and cemented its status as one of the city’s most iconic and recognisable landmarks.
Construction of Tower 42's unique leaf shaped silhouette
Scroll down to explore the Tower’s distinguished history and our exciting plans for the future.
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1970
Renowned architect Richard Seifert designs a pioneering tower for the bank now known as NatWest.
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1971-80
Construction starts on the tallest building in the UK at the time, involving over 600 workers during peak periods.
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1981
The Tower is opened by Queen Elizabeth II. The 600 ft building was the City of London’s first skyscraper.
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1981
The Tower becomes NatWest’s global headquarters and a landmark for the capital’s commercial centre.
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1997
An extensive refit provides high-quality modern office accommodation and amenities for multiple businesses.
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2022
Tower 42 begins a significant transformation programme with a focus on sustainability and the well-being of occupiers, culminating in the award of EPC B in 2024.
