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• Coat of Arms Creations

  Knights have long been a part of Westminster Abbey’s story, with many buried and remembered inside the church. Today, the Lady Chapel even remembers modern knights during their lifetime. The Knights of the Order of the Bath each have their own special flag and crest. Over to you to explore what it takes to be a knight, perhaps even defeating a few dragons…

• What is Lent?

  Lent and Easter can be times of reflection, hope and new beginnings for communities all over the world. Take on the kindness challenge in our Lent series and discover how C.S. Lewis' Narnia parallels the Christian story celebrated at Westminster Abbey.

• Field of Remembrance

  The Grave of the Unknown Warrior is one of the most famous remembrance memorials in the country but Westminster Abbey's connections to remembrance stretch far beyond this grave's poppy border. Unearth the story of the Unknown Warrior, make a poppy and explore the stained-glass windows of the RAF chapel.

• Coronation Crowns

  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.

• Lights, Camera, Action

  Isaac Newton, Stephen Hawking and Charles Darwin are just some of the names in Scientists' Corner at Westminster Abbey. These scientists buried and remembered here made incredible contributions to our understanding of the world around us. Put your thinking cap on as we explore the natural world and beyond.

• A place called Poets' Corner

  After Geoffrey Chaucer was buried here, Poets’ Corner became the place where many other creative people were buried and remembered. This space in the Abbey’s South Transept remembers people who have explored the world in all sorts of creative ways. Stretch your creative muscles with these videos.

• Film screenings

• Post-visit resources

  After your educational visit to Westminster Abbey, try one or more of these resources back in the classroom or at home. From quizzes to craft, writing prompts to full-scale projects, how will you choose to consolidate learning and inspire creativity? Resources are suitable for 5- to 11-year-olds.

• AQA aligned resources

  Download free hand-picked teaching resources created by Westminster Abbey for KS4 and KS5 teachers using AQA as their exam board. Enhance your understanding with guides for teachers pitched at non-specialists. In the classroom, showcase high-quality videos, adaptable activities and full lessons for a range of Christian topics.

• Advent I: Looking Back and Looking Forward with the Reverend Canon Mark Birch

  Hear reflection about Isaiah's prophesies, exploring how during Advent we look back at the life of Jesus and look forward to His coming again.

• Compassion and togetherness celebrated at royal carol service

  The selfless efforts of people who foster compassion and togetherness in their communities were celebrated at the Together at Christmas carol service at Westminster Abbey on Friday 5th December.

• 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.