Public Programmes
Westminster Abbey Institute fosters meaningful dialogue on public life’s biggest questions, hosting thought-provoking programmes with inspiring speakers to explore ethics, moral leadership, and societal values in a unique and historic setting.
The Long Story of Democracy
As the UK’s democracy continues to evolve, Westminster Abbey Institute invites you to the place where it began. Join the conversation this Autumn about democracy’s past, present, and future, in our programme of events: The Long Story of Democracy.
Panel discussion: Faith in democracy
Wednesday, 16th September 2026
6:30pm - 8:30pm
The Nave
Free (booking required)
Panel discussion: What is democracy for?
Tuesday, 20th October 2026
6:30pm - 8:30pm
The Nave
Free (booking required)
Conversation and performance: Voices of democracy
Wednesday, 4th November 2026
6:30pm - 8:30pm
The Nave
Free (booking required)
One People Oration: Democracy in a changing world
Wednesday, 25th November 2026
6:30pm - 8:30pm
The Nave
Free (booking required)
Westminster Abbey Institute publications
Purchase publications of public service essays, ranging from trust and integrity to the responsibilites of democracy. All publications draw on the insights of past Institute lectures and dialogues.
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Past Institute events
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