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• Voice and Verse Workshop: Strokes of Poetry

  Saturday, 23rd November 2024

  Step into the world of Westminster Abbey's memorials as we explore their history and emotional impact through poetry.

  Events Voice and Verse

• 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.

• Volunteer at Westminster Abbey

  We look for enthusiastic, committed people to join our team of volunteers. If there are volunteer vacancies, they will be listed below.

• St Margaret's Choristers

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

• Judges service marks start of the 2020 legal year

  The annual Judges Service was held at Westminster Abbey on Thursday 1st October 2020.

• Edward the Confessor and Edith

  Edward the Confessor was King from 1042 to 1066. He founded a monastery to St Peter, known as Westminster Abbey. His body still lies in his Shrine.

• A Reflection on Frustration

  Friday, 15th May 2020

  This week, perhaps is the week of frustration. A change in the message – Stay Alert – a relaxation of some of the constraints and so many people seize an opportunity that they were longing for.

  Friday Reflection COVID-19

• Unknown Warrior

  At the west end of the Nave is the grave of the Unknown Warrior, whose body was brought from France to be buried in 1920.

• Frequently asked questions

  Answers to your most-asked questions about membership of the Westminster Abbey Association.

• Service to commemorate the life of Florence Nightingale

  Monday, 12th May 2025

  A Service to commemorate the life of Florence Nightingale will be held will be held in Westminster Abbey on Monday 12th May 2025.

• Elizabeth II

  Queen Elizabeth II's coronation was held at Westminster Abbey on 2nd June 1953. Her wedding to Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, took place in 1947. Her funeral was held on 19th September 2022.

• When we're open

  Visit us for a range of Abbey inspired products and gifts which supports our work.

• 14. Henry V and the snowy spring

  Ahead of the Coronation of Their Majesties The King and The Queen Consort on 6 May, we’ll be sharing stories from each of the 38 Coronation services held here since 1066.

• Book of Condolence for Baroness Thatcher

  Wednesday, 10th April 2013

  A Book of Condolence for The Right Honourable The Baroness Thatcher will be opened at St Margaret's Church, Westminster Abbey, at 9.30am on Thursday 11th April 2013.

  Baroness Thatcher

• Education Centre celebrates fifth birthday

  Thursday, 21st May 2015

  Westminster Abbey's Education Centre is marking five years since it was officially opened by Her Majesty The Queen.

  Education Centre

• Voice and Verse Bookshelf

  Tuesday, 1st October 2024

  Take time to pause and enjoy a poem or two whilst you explore Westminster Abbey.

• Judges mark the start of the new legal year 2024

  Judges and members of the legal profession gathered in Westminster Abbey on Tuesday 1st October 2024 for a service to mark the start of the legal year in England and Wales.

• Her Majesty The Queen opens Jubilee Galleries

  Friday, 8th June 2018

  Her Majesty The Queen with His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales visited Westminster Abbey on 8th June to open The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Galleries.

  Queen's Diamond Jubilee Galleries HM The Queen HRH The Prince of Wales

• Judges mark the start of the 2022 legal year

  Judges and members of the legal profession gathered in Westminster Abbey on Monday 3rd October 2022 for a special service to mark the start of the legal year.

• Choristership

  Being an Abbey chorister is a unique musical and educational experience. Between the ages of 8-13 choristers enjoy an outstanding education at our Choir School.