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Mary I
Mary Tudor was the daughter of Henry VIII and Katherine of Aragon. She was crowned in the Abbey on 1st October 1553 and lies buried with Elizabeth I.
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William Camden
Writer and Historian
William Camden, author and antiquary, was buried in the south transept of Westminster Abbey. He was Head Master of Westminster School and Abbey Librarian.
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George Granville Bradley
Dean and Writer
George Granville Bradley, Dean of Westminster, is buried in the south aisle of the nave of Westminster Abbey. A brass covers his grave.
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Mansell Family
Several members of the Mansell family of Glamorgan in south Wales are buried in Westminster Abbey, including Thomas, Edward, Henry, Mary, Francis and Elizabeth.
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Richard Tufton
In the south ambulatory is a monument of black and white marble, with an oval recess in which is a bust, to Richard Tufton.
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Thomas Triplet
Priest/Minister and Philanthropist
Thomas Triplet (or Triplett), Sub-Dean of the Abbey, was buried in the south transept and has a monument there.
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Sir Palmes and Stafford Fairborne
Statesman
In the south aisle of the nave of Westminster Abbey is a white marble monument to Sir Palmes Fairborne. The sculptor was John Bushnell.
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Richard Kane
Soldier
In the west aisle of the north transept is a memorial to military commander Richard Kane. It consists of a monument in marble.
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Francis Fitzmaurice, Earl of Kerry
Francis Fitzmaurice, 3rd Earl of Kerry and his wife Anastasia are buried in St Andrew's chapel. He erected a large monument to his wife.
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Frederic and Cyril Farrar
Writer and Priest/Minister
The Reverend Frederic William Farrar and his son Cyril Lytton Farrar have memorials in St Margaret's church Westminster. Frederic was Rector at the church from 1876.
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Our history
History of St Margaret's: It may seem surprising to find another large church standing so close to the might and magnificence of Westminster Abbey. Why was an additional church needed in such.
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Prince of Wales attends Order of the Bath installation
Thursday, 24th May 2018
His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales, Great Master of the Most Honourable Order of the Bath, attended a Service for the Order at Westminster Abbey on Thursday 24th May 2018 in the Order’s 293rd year including the Ceremony for the Installation of Knights Grand Cross of the Order in the Lady Chapel, the Chapel of the Order.
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Abbey to re-open for visiting from 21st May
Monday, 19th April 2021
Westminster Abbey is preparing to welcome back visitors again on Friday 21st May, following the current closure due to coronavirus restrictions.
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Hidden Highlights tour - April
Monday, 1st April 2024
Explore behind the scenes of the Abbey on a guided tour of some areas not usually open to the public.
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Hidden Highlights tour - May
Wednesday, 1st May 2024
Explore behind the scenes of the Abbey on a guided tour of some areas not usually open to the public.
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Sir Peter Parker
Sailor
In St Margaret's Church Westminster is a large monument to Sir Peter Parker who died fighting in America on 30th August 1814.
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Sermon preached at the First Eucharist of Christmas 2023
Sunday, 24th December 2023
Sermon preached at the First Eucharist of Christmas 2023: The Incarnation of Jesus Christ is not a myth. It’s a very particular sound-world. At Christmas, in the villages surrounding Rome, you can.
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George Frederic Handel
Musician and Composer
George Frederic Handel, famous composer, is buried in the south transept. He wrote four anthems for the coronation of George II including 'Zadok the Priest'.
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The Coronation Chair
The Coronation Chair is one of the most famous pieces of furniture in the world. It has been the centrepiece of coronations for 700 years.
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Henry VII and Elizabeth of York
Henry VII’s coronation took place in October 1485. He and his wife Elizabeth were the first monarchs to be buried in the Abbey’s Lady Chapel.