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Charles James Fox & Henry V. Fox, Lord Holland
Writer, Statesman and Abolitionist
Charles James Fox, statesman, has a monument in the nave. Henry Vassal Fox, 3rd Baron Holland, his nephew, has a large monument behind that to Charles.
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The Queen Elizabeth II window
David Hockney’s stained glass window in Westminster Abbey is a vibrantly-coloured contemporary work commissioned to celebrate the reign of Queen Elizabeth II.
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Faith Leaders Condemn Terrorist Violence
Friday, 26th May 2017
Religious Faith Leaders from across London met with the Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police on 24th May 2017 to discuss the Manchester Concert Attack.
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A Reflection on blame
Friday, 17th April 2020
The news is full of the spat between Mr Trump and the World Health Organisation. Here is an argument about how you explain what is happening to us and, perhaps, about who is to blame.
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F is for Faith
Discover over 1,000 years of faith and history with our brand-new A to Z of Westminster Abbey. Perfect for primary-aged children, and their accompanying adults, these independent and team activities are designed to spark creativity, ignite imaginations and keep young brains ticking, with little or no materials required. Letter-by-letter, uncover the many places, themes and beliefs that can be found within this national place of worship. What are you waiting for?
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Celebrating St Edward
In a chapel at the heart of Westminster Abbey is the Shrine of Edward the Confessor, king and saint.
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VE Day 75
On 8th May 1945, Winston Churchill announced that the Second World War in Europe at an end. This was VE Day or Victory in Europe Day.
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Henry, Lord Norris
Soldier and Statesman
In the chapel of St Andrew, is a very large monument to the memory of Henry Norris (or Norreys), 1st Baron Norris of Rycote and his wife.
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What is the difference between Individual Association, Associate and Guest, Joint Associate and Family Associate?
Answers to your most-asked questions about membership of the Westminster Abbey Association.
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Celebrating the Commonwealth
Celebrating Commonwealth Day, one of the most important dates in the Abbey's year.
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Christianity – some basics
Would you like to know more about the Christian faith? Here’s a short guide: how it began, its beliefs and practices plus, help if you’d like to explore it further.
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Highlights Tour
We are open to visitors from Monday to Saturday. Find out more about how you can visit.
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1. Matilda (wife of William I)
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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22: Elizabeth I and the astrologer
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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Dean preaches at National Pilgrimage
Tuesday, 26th May 2015
On Monday 25th May 2015, the Dean of Westminster, the Very Reverend Dr John Hall, preached the sermon during the National Pilgrimage to the Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham.
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Her Majesty The Queen attends the Commonwealth Service
Her Majesty The Queen led the congregation at the annual Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey on Monday 9th March 2020.
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A Reflection for Good Friday
Friday, 10th April 2020
I was outside in the Abbey garden. The sun shone on cherry blossom and tulips. Spring ablaze before me, full of new life and promise.
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The Commonwealth Service 2024
Monday, 11th March 2024
The Commonwealth Service, a celebration of the Commonwealth which is in its 75th anniversary year, will take place at Westminster Abbey on Monday 11th March at 2.45pm.
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Covid vaccination centre opens in Poets' Corner
Wednesday, 10th March 2021
The NHS has opened a new Covid-19 vaccination clinic in Westminster Abbey.
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Sermon at the Sung Eucharist on the Fifth Sunday of Easter 2021
Sunday, 2nd May 2021
Sermon at the Sung Eucharist on the Fifth Sunday of Easter 2021: Jesus said, Abide in me… I am the Vine, you are the branches. Jesus said, Abide in me… I am.