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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.
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What is Easter?
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.
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Her Majesty The Queen opens Jubilee Galleries
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.
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What to see and do
There are many parts of the Abbey you’ll want to see when you visit. Explore the most popular spots to find out which interests you.
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Abbey Lates
Take a self-led tour, exploring highlights of the Abbey with our special map.
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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.
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Support the project
We’re transforming the welcome we offer to the millions of people who come to the Abbey to enjoy one of the world’s great churches. A new building – to be named The King Charles III Sacristy in honour of HM The King – will be constructed to house state-of-the-art welcome, security and ticketing facilities, allowing the Abbey itself to be preserved in all its beauty and wonder as a sacred space.
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The Field of Remembrance
Saturday, 27th October 2007
On Thursday November 8th His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh will open The Royal British Legion Field of Remembrance at Westminster Abbey.
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A Reflection on thanks
Friday, 24th April 2020
Each morning at round about the same time, I stand at the top of a staircase looking out of my temporary home onto the streets of Westminster.
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Exploration and investigation
In 2017, Westminster Abbey invited young people from around London to respond to the stories and memories held in the fabric of the building. These young consultants reflected on their experience through a variety of outcomes creating a vibrant and eclectic body of work.
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Victoria joins Chapter Office media team
Monday, 24th September 2007
Victoria Ribbans has joined the Press Office as part-time press and communications officer.
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Ralph Heiman's portrait of The Queen
Thursday, 13th June 2013
In an incident at lunch-time today a visitor to the Abbey sprayed paint on the Ralph Heimans portrait of The Queen, presently on display in the Chapter House.
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Voice and Verse Bookshelf
Tuesday, 1st October 2024
Take time to pause and enjoy a poem or two whilst you explore Westminster Abbey.
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Plan your visit
Each year, we welcome over a million visitors. We’re generally open Monday to Saturday for visiting, and hold regular services to which all are welcome.
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Highlights Tour
We are open to visitors from Monday to Saturday. Find out more about how you can visit.
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Westminster Abbey to be lit for Lumiere London Festival
Monday, 4th January 2016
Westminster Abbey will be the spectacular backdrop for a light installation as part of Lumiere London, the city's first major light festival. The exterior of the Abbey will be lit each evening of the festival, from Thursday 14th - Sunday 17th January 2016.
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Conservation viewing area opens
Friday, 26th February 2016
Westminster Abbey has opened a new conservation studio in the cloisters, offering visitors the opportunity to watch as objects are prepared for display in The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Galleries.
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Abbey responds to Covid-19 guidance
Monday, 4th January 2021
Westminster Abbey has reviewed its daily and Sunday service timetable to reflect the latest Government’s latest Covid-19 guidance, at the same time ensuring that daily public worship can be sustained.
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Covid vaccination centre opens in Poets' Corner
Wednesday, 10th March 2021
The NHS has opened a new Covid-19 vaccination clinic in Westminster Abbey.
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Gallery Late: Conserving Craft
Wednesday, 14th May 2025
Visit the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Galleries in Westminster Abbey after hours and hear Abbey conservators talk about their work preserving historic examples of craftsmanship for posterity.
