The Shot Tower sits at the entrance to Crane Park Island Nature Reserve and was built in 1828. Its original purpose was to create shot through a process of pouring molten lead from a height to allow it to separate into balls in free fall before landing in water. It was part of the Hounslow Gunpowder Mills.

Today, it's a visitor centre and is open on Sundays.

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November 9, 2019

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Nature and Visitor centre.

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July 21, 2025

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1. Public Toilets – Shot Tower, Crane Park Island loop from Twickenham

9.71km

02:27

20m

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2. Shot Tower, Crane Park Island loop from Twickenham

5.29km

01:20

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Shot Tower, Crane Park Island loop from London Borough of Hounslow

6.78km

01:43

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 70 m

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Location: London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

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Shot Tower, Crane Park Island

1. Public Toilets – Shot Tower, Crane Park Island loop from Twickenham

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3. Shot Tower, Crane Park Island loop from London Borough of Hounslow

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