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• What is a coronation?

  Coronations have taken place in Westminster Abbey since 1066, when William the Conqueror was crowned on Christmas Day. The church has been closely linked with the royal family all through its history, and that continues today with the monarch visiting the Abbey throughout the year. Explore the Abbey's links with royalty and have a go at recreating your own coronation at home.

• Diana, Princess of Wales

  Diana, Princess of Wales was tragically killed in a car accident on 31st August 1997. Her funeral was held in Westminster Abbey on 6th September.

• Princess Mary of Orange

  Princess Mary of Orange, eldest daughter of Charles I and Henrietta Maria, is buried in a vault in the south aisle of Henry VII's chapel.

• Westminster Abbey prays for the health of The Princess of Wales

  Friday, 22nd March 2024

  Everyone at Westminster Abbey wishes The Princess of Wales well following the news of her cancer diagnosis.

• What is a coronation?

  Coronations are events in history that you may heard of, read about or seen in a film, but the details are a little vague. What is a coronation and why do they happen? Find out answers to these questions and more in this introductory guide.

• Princess Mary, daughter of George V

  Princess Mary was the only daughter of George V and Queen Mary. On 28th February 1922 she married Henry, Viscount Lascelles in Westminster Abbey.

• Princess Anne, daughter of Queen Elizabeth II

  Princess Anne is the only daughter of Queen Elizabeth II and Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. In 1973 she married Captain Mark Phillips in Westminster Abbey.

• Spotlight on coronations: Coronation Theatre

  Discover more about the space within Westminster Abbey where coronations have taken place for hundreds of years.

• Spotlight on coronations: Coronation Chair

  Uncover the history behind a chair that has taken centre stage in coronations for over 700 years.

• Princess Margaret, daughter of George VI

  Princess Margaret was the second daughter of King George VI and the sister of Queen Elizabeth II. She married at Westminster Abbey in 1960.

• C is for Coronations

  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?

• The Coronation church since 1066

  Westminster Abbey is a treasure house of paintings, stained glass, textiles and artefacts – and is also where some significant people are buried or remembered.

• His Majesty The King's coronation

  Understand the essential role that a small vessel and a spoon play in the most important part of the coronation service.

• His Majesty The King's coronation

  Find out how a highly decorated manuscript from the 14th century has guided the understanding of coronation services at Westminster Abbey.

• His Majesty The King's coronation

  Find out more about the practical purpose and historical significance of orders of service for coronations.

• A house of coronation

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

• HRH The Princess Royal attends Special Service of Celebration to mark the work of Livability, the new face of John Grooms and the Shaftesbury Society

  Tuesday, 22nd April 2008

  HRH The Princess Royal attended the Abbey on Tuesday 22nd April for a Special Service of Celebration to mark the work of Livability, the new face of John Grooms and the Shaftesbury Society.

  Special Service

• The Birthday of Catherine, Princess of Wales

  the bells of Westminster Abbey are rung from 1.00 pm

• Florence Nightingale Remembered in Annual Celebration

  Wednesday, 17th May 2017

  HRH Princess Alexandra, the Honourable Lady Ogilvy, attended a Service to Commemorate the Life of Florence Nightingale at Westminster Abbey on Wednesday 17th May 2017.

  HRH Princess Alexandra Royal Visit

• Westminster Abbey Marks Centenary of Lady Margaret School

  Tuesday, 17th October 2017

  Her Royal Highness Princess Alexandra attended a Service to Celebrate the Centenary of Lady Margaret School at Westminster Abbey on Tuesday 17th October 2017.