News archive

An archive of news stories from Westminster Abbey, dating from 2003 to the present day.

New Parliament 2024

St Margaret’s holds a Service for the New Parliament

Tuesday, 23rd July 2024

South Africa 30th Anniversary

A Service of Thanksgiving in the 30th year of South Africa’s democracy

Tuesday, 16th July 2024

Civic Service at Westminster Abbey July 2024

Abbey welcomes New Lord Mayor of Westminster

Monday, 8th July 2024

Their Majesties The Emperor and Empress of Japan visited Westminster Abbey

Emperor of Japan visits Westminster Abbey

Tuesday, 25th June 2024

Her Majesty The Queen becomes Patron of Westminster Abbey's Sacristy project

Her Majesty The Queen becomes Patron of Westminster Abbey's Sacristy project

Tuesday, 18th June 2024

Chilean Navy Day 2024 - Carrying Wreaths

Chilean Navy honours Admiral Lord Cochrane

Thursday, 23rd May 2024

Florence Nightingale Service 2024 - Lamp

Florence Nightingale remembered at annual service

Thursday, 16th May 2024

The Venerable Tricia Hillas appointed the next Bishop of Sodor and Man

The Venerable Tricia Hillas appointed the next Bishop of Sodor and Man

Thursday, 16th May 2024

Westminster Abbey Sub-Organist: Peter Holder

Peter Holder to be Organist at Christ Church, Oxford

Tuesday, 14th May 2024

The Dean of Westminster, David Hoyle wearing an apron and serving potatoes

Abbey supports The Passage to prevent street homelessness

Friday, 10th May 2024

St Margaret's Church Choristers Performing at Westminster Abbey

The St Margaret's Choristers make history

Thursday, 9th May 2024

Stirling Moss Order of Service and Medals

The life of Sir Stirling Moss honoured at Abbey

Wednesday, 8th May 2024