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Abbey to honour J.R.R. Tolkien 

Abbey to honour J.R.R. Tolkien 

Monday, 21st September 2026

Tolkien
A formal wreath-laying ceremony inside Westminster Abbey, with uniformed Royal Air Force personnel standing around the Grave of the Unknown Warrior

Abbey marks 86th anniversary of the Battle of Britain

Sunday, 20th September 2026

Battle of Britain Sunday Special Service
Abbey welcomes new Lord Mayor of Westminster

Abbey welcomes new Lord Mayor of Westminster

Sunday, 28th June 2026

Civic Service
Clear sunny skies over Westminster Abbey

Visiting us during the hot weather

Tuesday, 23rd June 2026

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