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  • Commonwealth

    Our team of experienced Learning Officers can join you online in your classroom to bring the Abbey to life even if you cannot visit. We offer a range of formats: interactive sessions, costumed characters (and guided virtual tours, tailored to your needs, interests and the age of your class.

  • Tour: Commonwealth Stories

    Saturday, 28th February 2026

    Discover the wealth of connections between Britain and the Commonwealth on this special tour of Westminster Abbey.

  • Tour: Commonwealth Stories

    Wednesday, 4th March 2026

    Discover the wealth of connections between Britain and the Commonwealth on this special tour of Westminster Abbey.

  • The Queen attends Commonwealth Service

    Monday, 13th March 2017

    Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh attended The Commonwealth Service: A Celebration of the Commonwealth at Westminster Abbey on Monday 13th March 2017. They were accompanied by The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall, Prince Harry, The Duke of York and The Earl of Wessex.

    Special Service Royal Visit HM The Queen HRH The Duke of Edinburgh HRH The Prince of Wales HRH The Duchess of Cornwall Prince Harry HRH Prince Henry of Wales HRH The Duke of York HRH The Earl of Wessex Rt Hon Theresa May MP

  • Her Majesty The Queen attends the Commonwealth Service

    Monday, 9th March 2020

    Her Majesty The Queen led the congregation at the annual Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey on Monday 9th March 2020.

    Commonwealth Service HRH The Duke of Cambridge HRH The Duchess of Cambridge HRH The Duke of Sussex HRH The Duchess of Sussex HRH The Countess of Wessex Alexandra Burke Craig David Anthony Joshua

  • The King celebrates Commonwealth Day at the Abbey

    Monday, 10th March 2025

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

  • Creation Family Fun: Commonwealth Celebration

    Saturday, 10th August 2024

    Share in a celebration of world cultures in the walled garden of the Commonwealth Church.

    Events Family Creation

  • Family Tour: Commonwealth

    Monday, 16th February 2026

    Join us for a family friendly tour to discover how Westminster Abbey supports His Majesty The King in his role as Head of the Commonwealth.

  • First Commonwealth Theologian in Residence appointed

    Monday, 13th January 2025

    The Reverend Dr Ishaya Anthony has been appointed as Westminster Abbey’s inaugural Commonwealth Theologian in Residence for the Lent Term 2025. He will take up the position later in January.

  • Commonwealth Secretary-General gives One People Oration

    Friday, 11th March 2011

    His Excellency Kamalesh Sharma, Commonwealth Secretary-General gave the One People Oration at Westminster Abbey on Thursday 10th March 2011.

    One People Oration

  • Commonwealth Day

    the Abbey bells are rung following the Commonwealth Day Observance at about 4.00 pm

  • Evensong marks Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting

    Monday, 16th April 2018

    Evensong marking the 25th Meeting of the Commonwealth Heads of Government was held at Westminster Abbey on Sunday 15th April.

  • Special services

    We hold a variety of special services, including annual celebrations, memorials and commemorations. Many are held on behalf of the church, Royal Family, or organisations.

  • Commonwealth War Graves Commission Marks Centenary

    Tuesday, 23rd May 2017

    A minute's silence to remember the victims of the Manchester attack was held before a Service of Thanksgiving to Celebrate the Centenary of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission at Westminster Abbey on 23rd May. HRH The Duke of Kent attended the service.

    HRH The Duke of Kent

  • Recordings

    The Abbey Choir enjoys a recording partnership with Hyperion. Its catalogue includes music for the great feasts, as well as Renaissance masterpieces and twentieth-century classics.

  • Employment opportunities

    Have a look at the job opportunities below. If you think there’s one that’s right for you, go ahead and apply.

  • A gathering place of nation and Commonwealth

    A reflection for Holy Week by the Very Reverend Dr David Hoyle, Dean of Westminster

  • First Eucharist of Christmas (Midnight Mass)

    Wednesday, 24th December 2025

    The quintessential, late-night service celebrating the birth of Christ, the Light of the World, in the midst of darkness.

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  • Lunchtime Talk: Royalty and the British Raj

    Wednesday, 12th March 2025

    Professor Chandrika Kaul explores the relationship between British Royalty and India during the Raj.

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