Family Day; Budding Builders
Bring your budding builders to England’s oldest garden to get busy with all things bricks and buttresses.
Join us to explore the artistry in the architecture, the details in the design and the beauty in the buttresses of one incredible building – Westminster Abbey. As part of the day you will be able to:
- Contribute to a giant sculpture, inspired by the Abbey.
- Build a miniature Westminster Abbey to take home.
- Follow a trail to discover the surprises of the Abbey building and the incredible people who made it what it is.
- Create your own beautiful rose window.
- Settle in for storytelling of dragons in the stonework.
- Meet our friends from some of London’s most amazing heritage buildings and take part in their activities.
This event will include BSL interpretation.
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Ticketing information
In the event of wet weather, this event will be run inside the Chapter House and the cloisters.
This event does not include self-guided entry to Westminster Abbey. If you'd like to also book a self-guided ticket, we recommend looking at the Visit us pages to plan a visit during opening hours.
Age suitability
This activity is suitable for children aged 3+.
All children must be accompanied by an adult throughout their time at the Abbey.
Meeting location
This event will meet by the Cloister Entrance to Westminster Abbey in Dean's Yard.
Access and security
Please have your ticket ready to show our staff (either printed or on your mobile phone).
On your arrival, your bag will be searched and we ask you not to bring any large items with you (for example suitcases, large backpacks or folding bicycles) as these will not be allowed inside and we are unable to store them for you.
The Abbey is committed to creating inclusive and accessible events for all. If you have any access requirements or questions about your visit, please contact us when booking: [email protected]
Filming and photography
Please note that filming and sound recording are not permitted at the Abbey. See our photography policy for more information.
