Service times
| Friday, 3rd July 2020 | ||
|---|---|---|
| St Thomas the Apostle | ||
| There are no services on this day | ||
UNTIL SATURDAY 4TH JULY, THE ABBEY IS OPEN FOR PRIVATE PRAYER ONLY BETWEEN 10.00AM AND 3.00PM.
REGULAR DAILY SERVICES RESUME FROM SUNDAY 5TH JULY.
Visiting during Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The Abbey has re-opened for private prayer and all who can visit us safely are welcome.
Attending a service
We will resume holding regular daily services from Sunday 5th July.
At this time, we are asking our congregations to adhere to social distancing measures in the church. We are also limiting the number of people who can attend our services. To avoid disappointment, please arrive well before the advertised start time.
Private Prayer
Our private prayer times are:
Monday to Saturday, between 10.00am and 3.00pm
Sunday, between 12.00pm and 2.30pm
Please come to the Great West Door of the Abbey, our staff will be happy to assist you.
There is a limit on the number of worshippers allowed in the church at any one time, and all those visiting for private prayer will be asked to adhere to our social distancing measures.
If you have to travel some distance to get to the Abbey please remember that many local churches are also now open for private prayer. See A Church Near You to find churches in your area.
If you would like to speak to a priest, please ask one of our staff.
Information for worshippers and visitors
We’ve made some changes to how we do things to keep you safe and ensure your visit is fulfilling.
Whilst you’re in the Abbey
- Please ensure that you keep two metres apart from others at all times. We have socially distanced chairing available if you wish to sit down.
- Keep your hands clean. A hand cleansing station is available as you enter and exit.
- Wear a mask if you can.
- If you need assistance during your visit, please speak to our staff who will be happy to help you.
Other things you need to know
- Anyone is welcome to the Abbey but please don’t visit us if you have the symptoms of COVID-19.
- Follow the guidance on the NHS website if you think you may be unwell.
Podcast
Abbeycast, a podcast produced in a locked down Westminster Abbey, is released every Sunday morning and on other days to mark festivals and events. Each episode features a reading, short address, anthem, prayers, blessing and music from our Choir.
Listen nowVisiting the Abbey
In line with government advice, we cannot open the Abbey to tourist visitors and sightseers at this time. Please check back for updates on our re-opening date.
We're Good to Go
We've been awarded Visit England's official kite mark to show that we're following Government and industry COVID-19 guidelines and have a process in place to maintain cleanliness and aid social distancing.
At different times of the day, or in different seasons, the light falling in the Abbey will light up something that you have walked past a million times and never seen before.
