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• Music

  Uncover the role and significance of traditional and commissioned music within coronations throughout history.

• Royal regalia

  Discover more about the objects presented to the monarch during the coronation service and find out what each one represents.

• Portrait of a Dean

  Dr Tony Trowles, Head of the Abbey Collection, explores the life and legacy of Dean John Williams

• In their own words

  Find out about the St Margaret's Choristers and how you can join.

• Verger-guided tours

  Guided tours, led by our vergers, are a great way to see the Abbey. School groups and private tour groups are also welcome to visit.

• Abbey at home

  Although we’d love to see you, we know that not everyone can visit us in person. We have a growing collection of videos to bring Westminster Abbey to you. Watch them to find out more about the Abbey and use materials you have at home to make your own Abbey inspired crafts. Share your creativity using #WAbbeyFun

• The Commonwealth Service 2024

  Monday, 11th March 2024

  The Commonwealth Service, a celebration of the Commonwealth which is in its 75th anniversary year, will take place at Westminster Abbey on Monday 11th March at 2.45pm.

  Commonwealth Service Commonwealth Day Special Service

• Photography in the Abbey

  Visitors to Westminster Abbey are welcome to take personal photographs in the church but we ask that you do not use a flash or take pictures during services.

• Faith Leaders' Vigil for Westminster Victims

  Friday, 24th March 2017

  Victims of the attack on Westminster Bridge and at the Palace of Westminster this week were remembered by faith leaders in a vigil and a minute’s silence at North Green, Westminster Abbey on Friday 24th March 2017

  Faith leaders

• Sir John Major gives One People Oration

  Monday, 13th November 2017

  Sir John Major gave the annual One People Oration at Westminster Abbey on 6th November, peaking on the theme The Responsibilities of Democracy.

  One People Oration

• King and Queen of the Netherlands visit Abbey

  The King and Queen of the Netherlands visited Westminster Abbey on 23rd October as part of Their Majesties’ State Visit to Her Majesty The Queen.

• Kindness and empathy celebrated at royal carol service

  The selfless efforts of people who support, counsel and comfort those in need were celebrated at the Together at Christmas carol service at Westminster Abbey on Friday 6th December. 

• Access, facilities and FAQ

  We want your visit to the Abbey to be safe and enjoyable, so offer some useful tips to help you prepare for your visit.

• The Great O Antiphons

  Discover the Great O Antiphons with Westminster Abbey, and take part in this Advent tradition.

• Abbey Choir Thrills with Festival Performance

  Friday, 19th May 2017

  Westminster Abbey was full on the evening of Tuesday 16th May for a performance of J.S. Bach’s Mass in B Minor by the Choir of the Abbey and the period instrument ensemble St James’ Baroque under the direction of the Abbey’s Organist and Master of the Choristers, James O’Donnell. All the solo arias were sung by choristers and lay vicars of the Abbey Choir.

  The Choir of Westminster Abbey

• Archbishop Angaelos leads annual Day of Prayer 2023

  Wednesday, 4th January 2023

  His Eminence Archbishop Angaelos, the Coptic Orthodox Archbishop of London will lead the annual Day of Prayer at Westminster Abbey in St Margaret’s Church on Saturday 28th January.

  day of prayer St Margaret's Church

• Westminster Abbey Releases Drone Film of its Hidden Attic for World Architecture Day

  Monday, 2nd October 2017

  Westminster Abbey today releases a drone film for World Architecture Day (2nd October 2017) which shows one of the world’s most iconic buildings as it has never been seen before.

  Queen's Diamond Jubilee Galleries drone

• Lord Heywood remembered

  A service of thanksgiving for the life and work of Jeremy, Lord Heywood of Whitehall GCB CVO, at Westminster Abbey on Thursday 20th June 2019.

• Members of the Royal Family celebrate Commonwealth Day at the Abbey

  Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales attended the annual Commonwealth Day Service at Westminster Abbey on Monday 11th March.

• The King celebrates Commonwealth Day at the Abbey

  Their Majesties The King and The Queen attended the annual Commonwealth Day Service at Westminster Abbey on Monday 10th March.