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Samuel and Catherine Strutt
Samuel Strutt, for many years assistant clerk of the House of Lords, was buried in the east cloister with his first wife Catherine.
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S is for Scientists' Corner
Discover over 1,000 years of faith and history with our brand-new A to Z of Westminster Abbey. Perfect for primary-aged children, and their accompanying adults, these independent and team activities are designed to spark creativity, ignite imaginations and keep young brains ticking, with little or no materials required. Letter-by-letter, uncover the many places, themes and beliefs that can be found within this national place of worship. What are you waiting for?
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VE Day 75
On 8th May 1945, Winston Churchill announced that the Second World War in Europe at an end. This was VE Day or Victory in Europe Day.
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Henry Wadsworth Longfellow bust
Find out about sculptor Thomas Brock's contribution to Westminster Abbey.
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St Margaret’s Choristers
Find out about the St Margaret's Choristers and how you can join.
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News & media
We welcome media enquiries from 9.00am—5.00pm, Monday to Friday. Contact us by ‘phone or email as we are unable to answer enquiries in person.
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Former Sub-Dean Canon Robert Reiss dies aged 80
Monday, 30th January 2023
The Reverend Canon Dr Robert Reiss, former Sub-Dean and Canon Treasurer of Westminster Abbey, has died aged 80.
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In conversation: The Spirit of Our Politics
Tuesday, 16th April 2024
Join Michael Wear and Marvin Rees in conversation as they discuss a distinctly Christian approach to politics.
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William I (the Conqueror)
William of Normandy, known as 'the Conqueror', was born in 1027. He invaded England and defeated Harold II at the battle of Hastings in 1066.
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Edward VI
Edward succeeded his father when he was just 9 years old and was crowned in the Abbey on 20th February 1547. He died in 1553.
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Queen Victoria Coronation 'Peepshow' Restored for Galleries
Tuesday, 22nd August 2017
A rare historic ‘peepshow’ commemorating Queen Victoria’s 1838 Coronation is being prepared for display in the new Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Galleries.
Queen Victoria The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Galleries Coronation
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Sermon Given at Matins on the Ninth Sunday after Trinity 2016
Sunday, 24th July 2016
Sermon given by The Reverend David Stanton, Canon in Residence.
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Sermon given on Christmas Day 2019
Wednesday, 25th December 2019
There is a famous Christmas Day story set here in Westminster Abbey. It takes us back to Christmas Day 1066 William the Conqueror came here to be crowned.
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Library collection
Today’s library was established after the Abbey was founded as a collegiate church in 1560. It has been in the former monastic dormitory since 1591.
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William Camden
Writer and Historian
William Camden, author and antiquary, was buried in the south transept of Westminster Abbey. He was Head Master of Westminster School and Abbey Librarian.
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Robert & Olave Baden-Powell
In the nave, against the screen of St George’s chapel, is a memorial stone to Lord and Lady Baden-Powell. Both are buried in Kenya.
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Daniel Pulteney
Politician
In the south cloister is a monument to politician Daniel Pulteney. His effigy reclines on a sarcophagus and he holds a book on his knee.
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William Caxton
On 12th November 1954 a memorial was unveiled for William Caxton, merchant and England's first printer and publisher. He also imported books into England.
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Sermon Given at Matins on the Third Sunday before Advent 2016
Sunday, 6th November 2016
Sermon given by The Reverend David Stanton, Canon in Residence.
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Sermon given at the Sung Eucharist on Christmas Day 2017
Monday, 25th December 2017
Sermon given by The Very Reverend Dr John Hall, Dean of Westminster.