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Westminster Abbey marks ANZAC Day
Thursday, 25th April 2019
The Duke of Sussex, The Duke of Gloucester and The Duchess of Cambridge attended a Service of Commemoration and Thanksgiving to mark ANZAC Day.
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Westminster Abbey Marks ANZAC Day 2023
Tuesday, 25th April 2023
His Royal Highness The Duke of Gloucester attended a Service of Commemoration and Thanksgiving to mark ANZAC (Australian and New Zealand Army Corps) Day at Westminster Abbey on Tuesday 25th April 2023.
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60th Anniversary of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
Thursday, 24th November 2016
Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh attended a Service of Thanksgiving to Celebrate the Diamond Anniversary of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award at Westminster Abbey at Noon on Thursday 24th November 2016. They were accompanied by Their Royal Highnesses the Earl and Countess of Wessex.
Royal Visit HM The Queen HRH The Duke of Edinburgh TRH The Earl and Countess of Wessex Duke of Edinburghs Award
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Abbey marks 80th anniversary of the Battle of Britain
Monday, 21st September 2020
Westminster Abbey marked the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Britain with a Service of Thanksgiving and Rededication on Sunday 20th September 2020.
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The State Funeral of HM Queen Elizabeth II
Monday, 19th September 2022
The State Funeral of HM Queen Elizabeth II: The State Funeral of HM Queen Elizabeth II was held at Westminster Abbey at 11:00am on Monday 19th September 2022. Before the service, the.
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Westminster Abbey marks Blind Veterans UK Centenary
Tuesday, 6th October 2015
The Lord Mayor of Westminster, Councillor The Lady Flight, attended a Service of Thanksgiving to mark the Centenary of Blind Veterans UK at Westminster Abbey at Noon on Tuesday 6th October 2015. The National Anthem was sung.
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Womens' Voluntary Service roll of honour
In the nave of Westminster Abbey is displayed the Womens' Voluntary Service (WVS) roll of honour for those who died during the Second World War.
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Stephen Hawking memorial service set for June
Wednesday, 28th March 2018
The Service of Thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey for the Life of Professor Stephen Hawking, during which his ashes will be interred near the grave of Sir Isaac Newton, will be held on Friday 15th June.
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Does the Bible tell Christians all they need to know about God’s creation?
Westminster Abbey, founded 1,000 years ago on Thorney Island, has long had a duty to care for and protect nature. Drawing on our ancient roots and Christian faith, this hopeful season of events brings together people from all faiths, and none, reminding us that we are all connected in one living world. Join us in our historic gardens to unearth our personal accountability, inspire communal action, and contribute to the global conversation.
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Commonwealth War Graves Commission Marks Centenary
Tuesday, 23rd May 2017
A minute's silence to remember the victims of the Manchester attack was held before a Service of Thanksgiving to Celebrate the Centenary of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission at Westminster Abbey on 23rd May. HRH The Duke of Kent attended the service.
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Westminster Abbey welcomes new Lord Mayor
Monday, 8th July 2019
Matins, attended in Civic State by the Lord Mayor of Westminster, Councillor Ruth Bush, and Councillors of the City of Westminster, was held yesterday.
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Date confirmed for Archbishop Tutu service
Thursday, 13th January 2022
Westminster Abbey’s Memorial Evensong for Archbishop Desmond Tutu will be held on Thursday 9th June 2021 at 5.00pm.
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Abbey marks the Centenary of the Armistice
Sunday, 11th November 2018
The Queen and Frank-Walter Steinmeier The President of Germany attended A Service to mark the Centenary of the Armistice at Westminster Abbey.
Armistice President of Germany Remembrance Prince Charles HRH The Duchess of Cornwall HRH The Duke of Cambridge HRH The Duchess of Cambridge HRH The Duke of Sussex HRH The Duchess of Sussex
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Westminster Abbey Marks Centenary of Lady Margaret School
Tuesday, 17th October 2017
Her Royal Highness Princess Alexandra attended a Service to Celebrate the Centenary of Lady Margaret School at Westminster Abbey on Tuesday 17th October 2017.
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Frequently asked questions
Answers to your most-asked questions about membership of the Westminster Abbey Association.
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Westminster Abbey welcomes new Lord Mayor of Westminster
Monday, 4th July 2016
The Dean of Westminster, the Very Reverend Dr John Hall, welcomed The Lord Mayor of Westminster, Councillor Steve Summers, and other Westminster councillors to the annual Civic Service at Westminster Abbey on Sunday 3rd July.
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John Hall retires as Dean of Westminster
Friday, 1st November 2019
The Very Reverend Dr John Hall has retired after 13 years as Dean of Westminster. He presided at a valedictory Eucharist on Friday 1st November.
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Abbey Celebrates Dean’s Ordination Anniversary
Tuesday, 5th July 2016
A Sung Eucharist to mark the 40th Anniversary of the Ordination to the Priesthood of the Dean of Westminster, the Very Reverend Dr John Hall, was held at Westminster Abbey on Monday 4th July.
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Lord Byron remembered, 200 years on
Thursday, 18th April 2024
A wreath was laid at the Abbey's memorial to Lord Byron on Thursday 18th April, the eve of the 200th anniversary of the poet's death.
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Westminster Abbey celebrates 750th anniversary
Tuesday, 15th October 2019
Her Majesty The Queen and HRH The Duchess of Cornwall attended a service to celebrate the 750th anniversary of the re-building of Westminster Abbey today.