Worship & music

Westminster Abbey has been a place of worship since at least the tenth century. We hold services here every day and you are welcome to join us.

Join us at Evensong

Our sung services, usually featuring the Choir of Westminster Abbey, are a special experience.

The Quire - black and white floor with sets of stalls eithers ide of the walkway

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Services

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Wednesday, 24th December 2025
Christmas Eve
7.30am Morning Prayer Quire
said
8.00am Holy Communion Chapel of the Holy Name
said
3.00pm Evening Prayer St Faith's Chapel
said
4.00pm Service of Lessons and Carols Abbey
sung by the Choir of Westminster Abbey; attendance by free ticket only
6.00pm Service of Lessons and Carols St Margaret's Church
sung by the St Margaret's Choristers and Consort
11.00pm Sung Eucharist of Christmas Night High Altar
sung by the Choir of Westminster Abbey; attendance by free ticket only

Vierne Messe solennelle
Poulenc Hodie Christus natus est
Rutter What sweeter music can we bring
Darke In the bleak midwinter
Messiaen Dieu parmi nous

Preacher: The Very Reverend Dr David Hoyle KCVO MBE Dean of Westminster

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Services are free of charge. Times and locations may change at short notice. Security checks are in place upon entry.

Photography is not permitted during services.

Music at Westminster Abbey

Sacred music is central to life at the Abbey. Here you can find out more about the work of our acclaimed choir and musicians.