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Members of the Royal Family celebrate Commonwealth Day
Commonwealth Day is the annual celebration of the Commonwealth of Nations. Westminster Abbey celebrates the occasion with a special service that takes place on the second Monday of March each year.
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Members of The Royal Family attend Commonwealth Day service
Monday, 14th March 2022
The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall led the congregation at the annual Commonwealth Day service in Westminster Abbey on Monday 14th March 2022.
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Discover the Abbey’s awe-inspiring grand organ at our Summer Organ Festival in July and August 2022.
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Find out more about the history of coronations at Westminster Abbey and explore a range of videos, events, articles and more.
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Find out more about the history of coronations at Westminster Abbey and explore a range of videos, events, articles and more.
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History resources
Welcome to our growing catalogue of free, downloadable teaching resources. Covering a variety of subject areas across multiple key stages, you’ll be able to explore Westminster Abbey in your classroom, wherever you may be.
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Sarah Bromfield, a family member affected by addition,and the CEO of DrugFAM, reads a Testimony
A Service of Celebration and Hope to mark the achievements of DrugFAM was held at Westminster Abbey at Noon on Tuesday 9th May 2017.
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Fraternité tour: French footprints in British history - February
Tuesday, 20th February 2024
Journey through collaboration and conflict as we delve into the intricate French links woven throughout Britain's history.
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Fraternité tour: Sororite!
Saturday, 2nd March 2024
Join us this Women’s History Month to explore the stories of some of the remarkable women who are woven into English and French history.
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Fraternité tour: French footprints in British history - April
Saturday, 13th April 2024
Journey through collaboration and conflict as we delve into the intricate French links woven throughout Britain's history.
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Fraternité tour: French footprints in British history - May
Thursday, 9th May 2024
Journey through collaboration and conflict as we delve into the intricate French links woven throughout Britain's history.
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School Learning Volunteer - Ref: VOL008
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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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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Sir John Hawkins
Writer
Sir John Hawkins, writer, is buried in the north cloister of Westminster Abbey. His gravestone has been re-cut. He was born on 29th March 1719.
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Students celebrate inspirational figures
Tuesday, 15th June 2021
From writers and musicians to scientists and engineers, Westminster Abbey has for centuries been the final resting place of some of the most distinguished figures in our history.
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Abbey opens its roof to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee
Thursday, 21st April 2022
Abbey opens its roof to the public for the Platinum Jubilee in Summer Festival of events.
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Fraternité talk: Lilies and Roses - The Tudor Court and France
Thursday, 16th May 2024
Join Alison Weir and Sarah Gristwood in conversation as they explore the dynamic relationship between the courts of Tudor England and Renaissance France.
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Explore the Abbey
Westminster Abbey is a fascinating place to visit either in person or virtually. Our award-winning Learning team bring the Abbey to life, with amusing stories and fun facts, all linked to your learning objectives and programmes of study.
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Time Ramblers
Explore 1,000 years of mystery and history in your classroom with Westminster Abbey’s after school clubs. Available to primary schools within the City of London boundary.
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Joan Howson
Artist
Joan Howson (1885-1964), stained glass artist, worked on the re-glazing of the windows in the Chapter House at Westminster Abbey after wartime bomb damage.