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Frances Brandon, Duchess of Suffolk & family
Frances Brandon, Duchess of Suffolk was buried in St Edmund's chapel in Westminster Abbey, with her daughter Mary Grey. Also Margaret, Countess of Derby.
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Members of the Royal Family celebrate Commonwealth Day at the Abbey
Monday, 11th March 2024
Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales attended the annual Commonwealth Day Service at Westminster Abbey on Monday 11th March.
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Family
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The life of The Duke of Edinburgh celebrated at Service of Thanksgiving
Tuesday, 29th March 2022
Members of the Royal Family celebrated the life and work of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
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A global family
Celebrating Commonwealth Day, one of the most important dates in the Abbey's year.
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James I and family
Find out about the many elaborate royal funerals have taken place in Westminster Abbey prior to burial here.
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2. William II and the friend of the family
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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Royal tribute
The Battle of Britain – a 112-day fight for control of Britain’s skies – was the first decisive battle in history fought entirely in the air.
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Verger-guided tours
Explore a place that's touched the lives of kings, queens, and statesmen, poets, heroes and villains. Westminster Abbey has been the coronation church since 1066.
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Families and schools
Celebrate Holy Week and Easter with Westminster Abbey
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Members of the Royal Family honour war dead
Thursday, 7th November 2019
TRH The Duke and Duchess of Sussex opened the 91st Field of Remembrance at Westminster Abbey on Thursday 7th November.
Field of Remembrance HRH The Duke of Sussex HRH The Duchess of Sussex
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Members of The Royal Family attend Commonwealth Day service
Monday, 14th March 2022
The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall led the congregation at the annual Commonwealth Day service in Westminster Abbey on Monday 14th March 2022.
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Summer Organ Festival
Find out more about organ recitals and other concerts and performances.
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Coat of Arms Creations
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…
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Find out more about the history of coronations at Westminster Abbey and explore a range of videos, events, articles and more.
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Join our mailing list
Find out more about the history of coronations at Westminster Abbey and explore a range of videos, events, articles and more.
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Plan your visit
Each year, we welcome over a million visitors. We’re generally open Monday to Saturday for visiting, and hold regular services to which all are welcome.
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Celebrate Advent and Christmas with us
Friday, 12th November 2021
Celebrate Advent and Christmas 2021 at Westminster Abbey
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Prince Rupert of the Rhine
Soldier
Prince Rupert, Count Palatine of the Rhine and Duke of Cumberland and Bavaria, was buried on 6th December 1682 in a vault with his mother.
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What to see and do
There are many parts of the Abbey you’ll want to see when you visit. Explore the most popular spots to find out which interests you.