A royal church | Westminster Abbey
2024年11月13日 · An architectural masterpiece of the 13th to 16th centuries, Westminster Abbey has become a treasure house of artefacts. This is also the coronation church where some of …
Visit | Westminster Abbey
We’re open to visitors most days, but as Westminster Abbey is a living working church, we may need to close some areas off to the public at times and offer reduced opening hours. General …
Architecture - Westminster Abbey
Corbel in the triforium known as "the crusty craftsman" The lantern and south transept. A spacious area between the high altar and the beginning of the quire was necessary to provide a 'theatre' …
About - Westminster Abbey
The Abbey has been the coronation church since 1066, and is the final resting place of 17 monarchs. The church we see today was begun by Henry III in 1245. It’s one of the most …
Lady Chapel - Westminster Abbey
The Lady Chapel. It is the burial place of fifteen kings and queens including Elizabeth I, Mary I, Mary Queen of Scots and what is thought to be the remains of Edward V and Richard Duke of …
History - Westminster Abbey
In monastic times, they were used to grow food and to provide a space for quiet meditation. One of the oldest surviving parts of Westminster Abbey, built around 1070. It still possesses many …
History of Westminster Abbey
The RAF Chapel and Battle of Britain memorial window. Two centuries later a further addition was made to the Abbey when the western towers (left unfinished from medieval times) were …
Plan your visit - Westminster Abbey
Shop. We sell a range of merchandise inspired by the life, history, architecture of Westminster Abbey and its location in the heart of London. You can shop online and have your order …
Events at Westminster Abbey
2024年11月10日 · Special services, concerts, lectures, events for families and more – there’s something for everyone at the Abbey. Many of our events are free and open to anyone. Our in …
Coronations at the Abbey - Westminster Abbey
A look back at the Coronation. On the first anniversary of the Coronation of Their Majesties The King and Queen, members of the Westminster Abbey team talk about the planning and work …