Special services
We hold a wide variety of special services, including annual celebrations, memorials and commemorations. Many are held on behalf of the church, the Royal Family, or a national or international organisation.
Upcoming services
Attendance at our special services is usually by invitation only, but for some of them, you can apply for free tickets. Please check the listings below for details.
A Service to mark the opening of the Legal Year in England and Wales 2023
Monday, 2nd October 2023
11.30am - 12.30pm
The Abbey
Invitation only
Edwardtide Pilgrimage 2023
Saturday, 14th October 2023
09:30 - 16:00
The Abbey
Free (no booking required)
More about the Commonwealth
Find out more about the Abbey's connection with the Commonwealth.
Commonwealth at the AbbeyPast special services
Read reports of some recent special services held at Westminster Abbey.
Battle of Britain anniversary marked at Westminster Abbey
Sunday, 17th September 2023
Admiral of the Fleet Lord Boyce remembered
Thursday, 13th July 2023
NHS celebrates 75th anniversary
Wednesday, 5th July 2023
Westminster Abbey Marks ANZAC Day 2023
Tuesday, 25th April 2023
The King celebrates Commonwealth Day 2023 at the Abbey
Monday, 13th March 2023
Queen Elizabeth II remembered during Royal carol service
Saturday, 24th December 2022
See more reports of Special Services held at Westminster Abbey.
St Margaret's special services
St Margaret’s Church, Westminster Abbey, also holds a number of special services each year, and some are open to the public.
Events at St Margaret's
