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Henry Carr
In the south transept is the grave of Major Henry Carr. It is worn on one side but the name can still be seen.
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The Very Reverend Dr David Hoyle KCVO MBE
Find out more about the 39th Dean of Westminster, The Very Reverend Dr David Hoyle MBE.
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‘They buried him among the kings’
When Charles Dickens died at his home in Kent on 9th June 1870, it was presumed that he would be buried in Rochester Cathedral or in one of the nearby parish churches at Cobham or Shorne. This, after all, was what the author of some of the greatest novels in the English language had wanted.
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Henry III manuscripts go on display in the Galleries
Thursday, 3rd October 2019
Two 13th century manuscripts go on display in our Galleries as part of celebrations to mark the 750th anniversary of the rebuilding of the church.
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Marie of Savoy, Queen of France
In 1810 Marie Josephine Louise de Savoy was buried in a vault in the Lady Chapel at Westminster Abbey. Her body was moved to Sardinia in 1811.
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Henry son of Henry VIII
Henry was buried in Westminster Abbey on the north side of the Sanctuary area near the entrance to the chapel of St Edward the Confessor.
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Prince Andrew, son of Queen Elizabeth II
b.1960
On 23 July 1986, Prince Andrew, second son of Queen Elizabeth II and Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, was married to Sarah Ferguson at Westminster Abbey.
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Sir Peter Walters
Philanthropist
Sir Peter Walters has his coat of arms in the west window of the Lady Chapel. This was unveiled by The Queen in 1995.
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Samuel Birch
Physician
Samuel Birch was buried in the north porch area on 20th June 1719 aged 72. But he has no monument or marker.
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Didachus Sanchez
In the north transept of Westminster Abbey is a worn grey marble stone, now without inscription, which covers the remains of Spanish soldier Didachus Sanchez.
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Oliver FitzRegis
Soldier
Oliver Fitz Regis, who died in 1218 or 1219, was an illegitimate son of King John by Hawise. He was born before John succeeded.
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Trinity Church New York
In the south aisle of Henry VII's chapel is a wall plaque of silvered bronze, with the parish seal of Trinity Church, New York, USA.
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Charles Marsh
In east cloister, near the gates, is the grave of Charles Marsh, a clerk in the War Office and Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries.
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Martin Clifford
Author and Poet
Martin Clifford, author, poet and court wit, was buried at St Margaret's Church Westminster in 1677. He has no marker or memorial.
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Nicholas Ellis
Mason
Nicholas Ellis (or Ellys), stonemason, was buried in St Margaret's Westminster in 1556 but has no monument or marker.
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The organs
Thousands of people visit us each year to hear our famous grand organ, a fine five-manual Harrison & Harrison instrument installed for the 1937 coronation.
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History tours
Whether you are looking for the highlights, or want something more specialised, choose from our range of guided tours to make your visit truly memorable. You can also add on a workshop to give your pupils something to take home or visit the stunning Queen's Diamond Jubilee Galleries. Discover information about guided tours, costs and school bursary visits to Westminster Abbey.
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Geoffrey Chaucer – Pilgrimage and Medieval life
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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British Values workshops
Bring faith and history to life for your KS1 and KS2 pupils with our outreach workshops and linked tours of Westminster Abbey.
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Summer events season to celebrate Creation
Westminster Abbey will celebrate the beauty and diversity of the natural world with Creation, a series of special events running throughout the summer.