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The Coronation Chair
The Coronation Chair is one of the most famous pieces of furniture in the world. It has been the centrepiece of coronations for 700 years.
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Coronation Chair prepared for historic role
Wednesday, 1st March 2023
Coronation Chair prepared for historic role: The Coronation Chair, one of the most precious and famous pieces of furniture in the world, which has been the centrepiece of coronations for over 700.
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Coronation Chair
Explore a place that's touched the lives of kings, queens, and statesmen, poets, heroes and villains. Westminster Abbey has been the coronation church since 1066.
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Coronation Chair
There are many parts of the Abbey you’ll want to see when you visit. Explore the most popular spots to find out which interests you.
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Coronation Chair
Westminster Abbey is a treasure house of paintings, stained glass, textiles and artefacts – and is also where some significant people are buried or remembered.
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Coronation Chair
Coronations have taken place at Westminster Abbey for nearly 1,000 years. Discover the key objects and spaces that are essential to coronations past and present, guided by experts from Westminster Abbey.
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Coronation Chair
Discover more about the space within Westminster Abbey where coronations have taken place for hundreds of years.
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Coronation Chair
Find out how a highly decorated manuscript from the 14th century has guided the understanding of coronation services at Westminster Abbey.
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Find out more about the practical purpose and historical significance of orders of service for coronations.
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Understand the essential role that a small vessel and a spoon play in the most important part of the coronation service.
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Coronation Chair
Uncover the role and significance of traditional and commissioned music within coronations throughout history.
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Coronation Chair
Discover more about the objects presented to the monarch during the coronation service and find out what each one represents.
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Coronation Chair
Explore our History:.
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The Coronation Chair
Find out more about the history of coronations at Westminster Abbey and explore a range of videos, events, articles and more.
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Coronation Chair
Uncover the history behind a chair that has taken centre stage in coronations for over 700 years.
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Conservator Krista cleans the Coronation Chair
Channel 5 is to screen a major new six-part documentary series bringing viewers behind the scenes at Westminster Abbey.
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38. Elizabeth II and the Coronation Chair cat
Ahead of the Coronation of Their Majesties The King and The Queen Consort on 6 May, we’ll be sharing stories from each of the 38 Coronation services held here since 1066.
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Virtual tours
We welcome schools, universities, community groups and youth groups from the UK and overseas, and offer activities for families during the holidays.
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Trails for self-led visits
For self-led visits, we recommend you use one of our trails. They’re a great way to get the most out of your visit and learn more.
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Coronation club
Join Aaron and Sophie online to peek behind the scenes of Westminster Abbey, which has been the coronation church for nearly 1,000 years. Discover what happens and why through games, crafts, stories and more.