Upon completion in 1908 the Joseph Chamberlain Memorial Clock Tower became the tallest freestanding clock tower in the world, a title it still holds today over a century later.
The building is named after Joseph Chamberlain, the famous Victorian statesman, but more affectionately known locally as "Old Joe".
A single lift shaft runs up the centre of the structure and this used to be available for access by students all the time until a suicide caused the university authorities to limit access.
The Joseph Chamberlain Memorial Clock Tower is believed to be the inspiration of one of the Two Towers that JRR Tolkein named his book after.
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