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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 I and Eleanor of Castile
Edward and Eleanor's coronation took place on 19th August 1274. Both are buried in St Edward's chapel in Westminster Abbey and Eleanor has a fine effigy.
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George I
George I was crowned at Westminster Abbey on 20th October 1714. He could not speak much English and the ceremonies were mostly conducted in Latin.
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Music from the reign of King James I
A selection of works from the first quarter of the seventeenth century, when musicians produced a rich variety of music for the court of King James I.
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Henry I
Henry I’s coronation took place at Westminster Abbey on 5th August 1100. He married Princess Matilda of Scotland at Westminster Abbey on 11th November 1100.
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Sermon preached at Evensong on the Eighth Sunday after Trinity 2023
Sunday, 30th July 2023
Sermon preached at Evensong on the Eighth Sunday after Trinity 2023: The dungeon shook and my chains fell off; I’m gonna grieve my Lord no more. Sisters and brothers in Christ! May.
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For your visit
You are welcome to book your primary school group in for a self-led visit of Westminster Abbey between September and June.
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For your visit
Explore Westminster Abbey with your secondary school class using our specially developed route map and trails.
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Obamas visit
When Charles Dickens died at his home in Kent on 9th June 1870, it was presumed that he would be buried in Rochester Cathedral or in one of the nearby parish churches at Cobham or Shorne. This, after all, was what the author of some of the greatest novels in the English language had wanted.
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Visit of HE The President of Slovenia
Thursday, 28th February 2019
The President of Slovenia, His Excellency Borut Pahor visited the Abbey on Thursday 28th February 2019 as part of a Governmental visit to the UK.
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Buying tickets
Planning to visit the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Galleries? Please make sure you read the following information and tips before your experience.
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I is for Individuals
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?