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The Feast of Saint Peter the Apostle at Westminster Abbey
A varied collection of music one might hear if visiting the Abbey on its patronal feast - that of St Peter the Apostle on 29th June.
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O praise the Lord: Restoration music from Westminster Abbey
The Choir of Westminster Abbey under director James O’Donnell delves into the Abbey’s vaults for this fascinating programme of music from the Restoration era.
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The Feast of St Michael and All Angels at Westminster Abbey
Continuing its series exploring the rich repertoire of music for the church’s great feasts, here the Abbey Choir presents a selection of music for Michaelmas.
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Sermon given at Evensong on the First Sunday after Trinity 2018
Sunday, 3rd June 2018
Sermon given at Evensong on the First Sunday after Trinity 2018: Seeing through tears. O Lord, God of my salvation, I cry out in your presence …You have put me in the.
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George Pollock
Soldier
Sir George Pollock, army officer, was buried in the nave, to the west of Lord Clyde. He was the fifth son of David Pollock.
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Radio 3 to broadcast Choral Evensong from the Abbey
Monday, 24th May 2021
BBC Radio 3 will broadcast Choral Evensong live from Westminster Abbey at 3.30pm on Wednesday 26th May 2021.
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Abbey welcomes Lord Mayor of Westminster
Monday, 6th September 2021
Matins, attended in Civic State by the Lord Mayor of Westminster, Councillor Jonathan Glanz, was held at Westminster Abbey on Sunday 5th September 2021.
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Sermon given at the Sung Eucharist on Ash Wednesday 2018
Wednesday, 14th February 2018
Sermon given by The Very Reverend Dr John Hall, Dean of Westminster
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Sermon Given at the Sung Eucharist on the Third Sunday of Lent 2015
Sunday, 8th March 2015
Sermon given by The Reverend Mark Birch, Minor Canon and Chaplain.
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Sir Geoffrey de Freitas
Diplomat
The sundials on the tower of St Margaret's church Westminster were the gift of Sir Geoffrey de Freitas.
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William & John Herschel
Scientist, Musician, Mathematician and Astronomer
A memorial stone to William Herschel, astronomer and musician, was unveiled in the nave in 1954. The grave of his son Sir John is nearby.
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John Hunter
Scientist, Physician and Doctor
John Hunter, surgeon and anatomist, was interred in St Martin in the Fields. When burials were removed from that church his remains were moved here.
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Charles Lyell
Scientist
Sir Charles Lyell, the distinguished geologist, was buried in the north aisle of the nave. He was the eldest son of Charles and Frances.
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Robert White
Musician and Composer
Robert White, composer, and his wife Ellen (Tye) were buried in St Margaret's Westminster. He was Organist and Master of the Choristers at Westminster Abbey.
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Westminster Abbey honours Sir Ernest Shackleton
Friday, 16th February 2024
A memorial stone to Sir Ernest Shackleton, one of the most celebrated Antarctic Explorers of the twentieth century, was dedicated at Westminster Abbey on Thursday 15th February 2024.
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Queen and Duke of Edinburgh Attend VE Day Service
Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh attended a Service of Thanksgiving Marking the 70th Anniversary of Victory in Europe at Westminster Abbey on Sunday 10th May 2015.
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Commonwealth Service attended by Her Majesty
Monday, 14th March 2016
Her Majesty The Queen and HRH The Duke of Edinburgh attended The Commonwealth Service: A Celebration of the Commonwealth at Westminster Abbey on Monday 14th March 2016. They were accompanied by TRH The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, HRH Prince Henry of Wales and HRH The Duke of York.
Royal Visit HM The Queen HRH The Duke of Edinburgh HRH The Duke of Cambridge HRH The Duchess of Cambridge HRH Prince Henry of Wales HRH The Duke of York Special Service Commonwealth Service
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A podcast for the 75th anniversary of VE Day
Friday, 8th May 2020
A special podcast for VE Day with contributions from the Chief of the Defence Staff and VE Day veteran Barbara Weatherill has been released to mark the 75th anniversary.
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Westminster Abbey honour for Sir John Gielgud
Tuesday, 26th April 2022
A memorial stone to Sir John Gielgud, one of the finest actors of the twentieth century, was dedicated in Westminster Abbey on Tuesday 26th April 2022.
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Abbey releases music for the Coronation Vivats
Sunday, 30th April 2023
Westminster Abbey has today released the words and music of the Vivat acclamations which will be sung at the Coronation of Their Majesties The King and The Queen on Saturday 6th May.