Search this website
What are you looking for? Type something in the box and press Search.
373 results found, displaying page 14 of 19
-
A fragment of an upturned stoup
In December 2019, Westminster Abbey embarked on an exciting project to uncover the foundations of the medieval Great Sacristy on the North Green.
-
The rough trade of politics
Westminster Abbey Institute works with the public service institutions around Parliament Square to revitalise moral and spiritual values in public life.
-
Abbey Celebrates St Peter's Day
Thursday, 30th June 2016
Westminster Abbey, since 1560 the Collegiate Church of St Peter Westminster, has from the beginning been under the patronage of St Peter, Apostle and Martyr. On St Peter's Day, Wednesday 29th June 2016, a Sung Eucharist was celebrated at which the Dean of Westminster, the Very Reverend Dr John Hall, preached the sermon.
-
Abbey opens its doors and welcomes two Archbishops
Monday, 15th June 2020
Two of the first visitors were the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Reverend and Right Honourable Justin Welby; and Cardinal Vincent Nichols, Cardinal Archbishop of Westminster.
-
Bishop Kobayashi reads for Abbey podcast
Saturday, 15th August 2020
The Bishop of Kobe, whose diocese includes Hiroshima, reads for a podcast to celebrate both VJ Day, and the Feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
-
Commonwealth Connections
Westminster Abbey, as a royal church, celebrates the Commonwealth all year round, including at a special service in March. Either in person or virtually, we welcome schools from across the Commonwealth to join one our sessions, led by experienced learning officers who can bringing learning to life, in line with your programmes of study.
-
Join the Abbey Association
Unlimited free entry to the Abbey is just one of the advantages of joining the Abbey Association. But there’s much more on offer.
-
Elizabeth II
Queen Elizabeth II's coronation was held at Westminster Abbey on 2nd June 1953. Her wedding to Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, took place in 1947. Her funeral was held on 19th September 2022.
-
Villiers Family
Politician and Soldier
Sir George Villiers, his wife Mary, son George 1st Duke of Buckingham and others of the family are buried in Westminster Abbey.
-
Thomas Campbell
Writer and Poet
Poet and writer Thomas Campbell is buried in Poets' Corner. He has a life sized marble statue near Shakespeare's memorial, by sculptor W. Calder Marshall.
-
Frances, Countess of Hertford
Frances, Countess of Hertford was buried in St Benedict's chapel and has a large wall monument there executed by the Southwark School of tomb makers.
-
Michael Drayton
Poet
In Poets' Corner is a monument to poet Michael Drayton (or Draiton). The monument was erected by the Countess of Dorset.
-
Knights and dragons
Knights have long been a part of Westminster Abbey’s story, with many buried and remembered inside the church. Today, the Lady Chapel even remembers modern knights during their lifetime. The Knights of the Order of the Bath each have their own special flag and crest. Over to you to explore what it takes to be a knight, perhaps even defeating a few dragons…
-
Royalty
Coronations have taken place in Westminster Abbey since 1066, when William the Conqueror was crowned on Christmas Day. The church has been closely linked with the royal family all through its history, and that continues today with the monarch visiting the Abbey throughout the year. Explore the Abbey's links with royalty and have a go at recreating your own coronation at home.
-
A joyful noise: the bells of Westminster Abbey
A joyful noise: the bells of Westminster Abbey:.
-
St Margaret's Choristers
Find out about the St Margaret's Choristers and how you can join.
-
Richard Bingham
Soldier
In the south choir aisle of Westminster Abbey is a wall tablet of black alabaster, with a shield of arms, for Sir Richard Bingham.
-
Edwin Fedarb
Musician
In St Margaret's church Westminster is a decorated wall brass to Edwin Horatio Fedarb, choirmaster at the church from 1889-1896.
-
Coronavirus guidance at the Abbey
Information about visiting the Abbey during COVID restrictions.
-
The Liber Regalis
Find out how a highly decorated manuscript from the 14th century has guided the understanding of coronation services at Westminster Abbey.