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Commonwealth

The Commonwealth is a family of 56 nations spread all across the world. Each year, Westminster Abbey holds a special Commonwealth Day Service, where people come together to celebrate the Commonwealth, and are reminded of the diversity of the people and countries that make up our worldwide family.

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Fascinating Flags

Discover some of the wonderful stories behind flags from countries in the Commonwealth.

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Commonwealth craft

Make a shiny, colourful craft inspired by the Abbey and the diversity of the Commonwealth.

Commonwealth Craft Instructions

Visiting the Abbey

Westminster Abbey is a brilliant place for families to visit. There are animals to spot and stories to discover as you walk round. With over 3,000 people buried and remembered in the Abbey, there really is something for everyone to get excited about.

We run family activities on a variety of themes on Saturdays throughout the year and during local school holidays too. Explore the Abbey and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Galleries with help from our exciting family trails.

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