Westminster Abbey and Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Public worship will resume in the Abbey from 3rd December, and we will be open for visiting on selected days from 11th December.
In the meantime, the Abbey remains open for individual prayer and you are welcome to visit at the following times:
Monday - Saturday: 10:00am - 3:00pm
Sunday: 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Worship at the Abbey
Life at Westminster Abbey revolves around worship. Whatever your beliefs, you’re welcome to take part.
Public worship will resume in the Abbey from 3rd December 2020. Until then, you are welcome to join us for individual prayer at the following times:
Monday - Saturday: 10:00am - 3:00pm
Sunday: 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Come along to a service
See our full list of upcoming services, including details of the music and preachers.
Our servicesWestminster Abbey and Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Due to social distancing measures, we may not be able to accommodate everyone who wishes to attend our services. Please arrive early to avoid disappointment.
For some of our Sunday services, you will need to book tickets.
Choral services
In accordance with the latest Government guidance, we are very pleased that choral services have resumed in the Abbey.
All necessary safety and hygiene measures are being observed at all times and comprehensive risk assessments have been compiled to ensure the safety of the congregation, clergy, choir and Abbey staff.
The Society of Our Lady of Pew
The Society of Our Lady of Pew venerates the Blessed Virgin Mary, mother of Jesus, and regularly holds Mass and retreats in the Abbey.
Find out more
Podcast
Abbeycast, a podcast produced at Westminster Abbey, is released occasionally to mark feast days and major anniversaries. Each episode features a reading, short address, anthem, prayers, blessing and music from our Choir.
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Crib
Carved from lime wood in Oberammergau, our nativity scene shows the Holy Family, shepherds, kings and animals.
About the CribSHARE
You are surrounded by history at the Abbey, not like a museum where it’s just displayed, but here you are standing where history has happened.
