Access the Abbey: British Sign Language tour
Discover the beautiful sights and fascinating stories of Westminster Abbey on this special tour for British Sign Language users.
Join British Sign Language guide Edward Richards for a tour of this historic coronation church, conducted in British Sign Language.
Take in over 1,000 years of history as you tour this magnificent building, visiting spaces as varied as the colourful Lady Chapel and the soaring Nave. Learn about the lives and legacies of people buried and remembered in the Abbey, while walking in the footsteps of both monks and monarchs.
British Sign Language is a visual spatial language. It involves a combination of hand shapes, facial expressions, lip patterns and body language.
This tour is open to both BSL users and those studying BSL.
Ticketing information
There is a maximum of 15 people per tour.
This tour will last for approximately 90 minutes.
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
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.
