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The Coronation church since 1066
Westminster Abbey is a treasure house of paintings, stained glass, textiles and artefacts – and is also where some significant people are buried or remembered.
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HM The Queen grants historic Charter
Friday, 17th February 2012
In an Audience at Buckingham Palace today, HM The Queen presented a historic charter to the Dean and Chapter of Westminster which sets out for the first time how Westminster Abbey should be governed on a day-to-day basis.
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Christian Animals
From mice to elephants and dragons to unicorns, the Abbey is an ark of exciting animals. Popping up on memorials, knight helmets, flags and candlesticks, animals have acted as symbols of power, loyalty and courage and captured our imagination in terrific tales for hundreds of years. Choose your animal counterpart and explore the Abbey's marvellous menagerie.
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Art and architecture
Westminster Abbey was founded in the year 960 AD. Since then there have been three churches on the same site. The current church is 750 years old and full of beautiful statues and windows. Join us to find out about and recreate some of the wonders you would encounter inside.
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Employment opportunities
Have a look at the job opportunities below. If you think there’s one that’s right for you, go ahead and apply.
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Richard II portrait to go on loan to British Museum in 2012
Wednesday, 7th September 2011
Westminster Abbey’s portrait of Richard II is back in place at the west end of the nave after a conservation assessment carried out by Marie-Louise Sauerberg of Cambridge University’s Hamilton Kerr Institute and funded by the Bank of America Merrill Lynch Art Conservation Programme.
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Hidden Highlights tour - May
Wednesday, 1st May 2024
Explore behind the scenes of the Abbey on a guided tour of some areas not usually open to the public.
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Further information
Celebrating Commonwealth Day, one of the most important dates in the Abbey's year.
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What can families do at Westminster Abbey?
Westminster Abbey is a wonderful place for you to discover as a family. Whether you want to become a royal for the day, create a new and exciting piece of art or sing with our world famous choir, there is something for everyone. We offer a varied programme throughout the year to help your family explore a thousand years of history. Join us in the Abbey every Saturday and during school holidays, or online on the first Saturday of the month.
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Abbey at home
Although we’d love to see you, we know that not everyone can visit us in person. We have a growing collection of videos to bring Westminster Abbey to you. Watch them to find out more about the Abbey and use materials you have at home to make your own Abbey inspired crafts. Share your creativity using #WAbbeyFun
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Hidden Highlights tour - June
Saturday, 1st June 2024
Explore behind the scenes of the Abbey on a guided tour of some areas not usually open to the public.
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Hidden Highlights tour - April
Monday, 1st April 2024
Explore behind the scenes of the Abbey on a guided tour of some areas not usually open to the public.
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Hidden Highlights tour - July
Monday, 1st July 2024
Explore behind the scenes of the Abbey on a guided tour of some areas not usually open to the public.
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Queens Consort at Westminster Abbey
Ahead of the Coronation of Their Majesties The King and The Queen Consort on 6 May, we’ll be sharing stories from each of the 38 Coronation services held here since 1066.
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Access, facilities and FAQ
We want your visit to the Abbey to be safe and enjoyable, so offer some useful tips to help you prepare for your visit.
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Poet Laureates
Curator Dr Susan Jenkins shares more about the lives and poetry of nine Poet Laureates who are buried or memorialised in Poets' Corner.
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Hidden Highlights tour - August
Thursday, 1st August 2024
Explore behind the scenes of the Abbey on a guided tour of some areas not usually open to the public.
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Commonwealth at the Abbey
Commonwealth Day is the annual celebration of the Commonwealth of Nations. Westminster Abbey celebrates the occasion with a special service that takes place on the second Monday of March each year.
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Frequently asked questions
Answers to your most-asked questions about membership of the Westminster Abbey Association.
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Hidden Highlights tour - February
Thursday, 1st February 2024
Explore behind the scenes of the Abbey on a guided tour of some areas not usually open to the public.
