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Coronation Theatre
Uncover the history behind a chair that has taken centre stage in coronations for over 700 years.
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Coronation Theatre
Understand the essential role that a small vessel and a spoon play in the most important part of the coronation service.
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Coronation Theatre
Uncover the role and significance of traditional and commissioned music within coronations throughout history.
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Coronation Theatre
Discover more about the objects presented to the monarch during the coronation service and find out what each one represents.
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Coronation Day
The Abbey bells can usually be heard before services and in celebration of church festivals and royal occasions.
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Coronation Chair
Discover more about the space within Westminster Abbey where coronations have taken place for hundreds of years.
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Coronation of Their Majesties The King and Queen
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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Coronation Collection
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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What is a coronation?
Coronations are events in history that you may heard of, read about or seen in a film, but the details are a little vague. What is a coronation and why do they happen? Find out answers to these questions and more in this introductory guide.
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Coronation stories
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.
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Stone of Destiny welcomed to the Abbey
Saturday, 29th April 2023
A service to mark the arrival of the Stone of Destiny at Westminster Abbey was held on Saturday 29th April.
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Coronation Chair
Explore a place that's touched the lives of kings, queens, and statesmen, poets, heroes and villains. Westminster Abbey has been the coronation church since 1066.
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Coronations
Our team of experienced Learning Officers can join you online in your classroom to bring the Abbey to life even if you cannot visit. We offer a range of formats: interactive sessions, costumed characters (and guided virtual tours, tailored to your needs, interests and the age of your class.
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Coronations
It is still possible to experience the wealth of educational opportunities without visiting the Abbey itself. Our experienced Learning Officers can join you online and tailor our interactive sessions, costumed characters and virtual tours to meet the needs, interests and age of your class.
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Canon Dr Paula Gooder, Theologian in Residence, The Bible Society, gave the Sermon
The Venerable Karen Gorham, Archdeacon of Buckingham, was ordained and consecrated Bishop of Sherborne in the Diocese of Salisbury; and the Reverend Canon Michael Harrison, Director of Ministry and Mission in the Diocese of Leicester, was ordained and consecrated Bishop of Dunwich in the Diocese of St Edmundsbury and Ipswich at a Eucharist at Westminster Abbey on the Feast of St Matthias the Apostle, Wednesday 24th February 2016.
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A house of coronation
A reflection for Holy Week by the Very Reverend Dr David Hoyle, Dean of Westminster
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Coronation stories
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.
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Does the Bible tell Christians all they need to know about God’s creation?
Westminster Abbey, founded 1,000 years ago on Thorney Island, has long had a duty to care for and protect nature. Drawing on our ancient roots and Christian faith, this hopeful season of events brings together people from all faiths, and none, reminding us that we are all connected in one living world. Join us in our historic gardens to unearth our personal accountability, inspire communal action, and contribute to the global conversation.
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Coronation Chair
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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Coronation Chair
Westminster Abbey is a treasure house of paintings, stained glass, textiles and artefacts – and is also where some significant people are buried or remembered.