Step into Holy Week
Join us in the beautiful garden of Westminster Abbey to explore the events, people and animals of Holy Week. Suitable for Years 2-6.
Costumed interpreters lead this interactive session, allowing students to 'meet' people from the Easter story and stroke a donkey, like the one who carried Jesus. Students will be invited to sit around the table laid for the Last Supper; hear from Peter, Jesus' close friend; and stand with the Roman soldier who saw it all. Make this the year your students really engage with the true meaning and significance of the remarkable story of Easter.
Learning Objectives
- To explore some of the key events of Holy Week through costumed interpretation (e.g. Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem, The Last Supper)
- To consider how the events of Holy Week have impacted Christian belief and worship today
- This session supports the Understanding Christianity themes:
Gospel, Easter and Salvation
Year 2: What is the good news that Jesus brings?
Year 3: Why do Christians call the day Jesus died ‘Good Friday’?
Year 4: Is forgiveness always possible for Christians?
Year 5: What do Christians believe (What did) Jesus do to save Human Beings?
Year 6: What difference does the resurrection make to Christians?
In partnership with Wintershall Education
This special event is brought to you by Wintershall Education, in partnership with Westminster Abbey. The Wintershall team enable schools to use Biblical drama and the arts to ‘experience the story’ of Christianity. Find out more about their award-winning open-air productions.
Booking information
Key information
Suitable for: Years 2-6
Dates: Tuesday 24th, Wednesday 25th and Thursday 26th February 2026
Duration: The session lasts for 1.5 hours and is bookable at 10:30am or at 1:00pm.
Maximum numbers: 64 student places per session. Please note that we may book several different schools to ensure the experience can be shared by as many as possible. Students will be kept with their own school group within the event.
Cost: £300 for up to 32 students; £600 for up to 64 students.
Further details
Please note that the event takes place outside in Westminster Abbey's College Garden, in all weathers apart from thunder/lightning. Attendees should wear warm and waterproof clothing.
Should you wish to extend your trip by a self-led visit into the Abbey itself, there is no additional charge, but you must book this in advance, and you will be given a timed entrance slot. Please let us know when you make your booking.
