BT Tower: 'Iconic' landmark to be turned into a hotel after £275m sale:
The well-known tower, which once dominated London's skyline, has been sold for £275m.
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Feb 21, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- Opened in 1965 by then Prime Minister Harold Wilson, the 177-metre tower was mainly used for TV broadcast signals.
- London's tallest building for 16 years until the NatWest Tower in the City of London was constructed.
- Originally named Post Office Tower, its communication role diminished with technological advancements.
- MCR Hotels CEO Tyler Morse: 'Proud to preserve this beloved building and develop it into an iconic hotel.'
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