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Difference and diversity
A reflection for Holy Week by the Very Reverend Dr David Hoyle, Dean of Westminster
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The Challenge of Bioethics to Decision-Making in the UK
A lecture for the Von Hugel Institute series ‘Ethics in Public Life’, 5th February 2015, given by Claire Foster-Gilbert, Director, Westminster Abbey Institute.
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Fraternité Family Fun: Rose window making
Tuesday, 13th February 2024
Get inspired by the beautiful rose windows of Westminster Abbey and Notre Dame de Paris and make your very own.
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What is the difference between Individual Association, Associate and Guest, Joint Associate and Family Associate?
Answers to your most-asked questions about membership of the Westminster Abbey Association.
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Making a monarch
Coronations have taken place in Westminster Abbey since 1066, when William the Conqueror was crowned on Christmas Day. The church has been closely linked with the royal family all through its history, and that continues today with the monarch visiting the Abbey throughout the year. Explore the Abbey's links with royalty and have a go at recreating your own coronation at home.
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Commonwealth Creativity - Flag Making
As a royal church, Westminster Abbey celebrates the Commonwealth every day. The Commonwealth Service in March is a particularly joyful and hopeful celebration. Watch these videos to discover more about this family of nations who work together to make the world a better place, through song, dance and creativity.
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Sermon Given at Evensong Marking the 50th Anniversary of the Re-organisation of Local Government in London
Sunday, 8th March 2015
Sermon given by The Very Reverend Dr John Hall, Dean of Westminster.
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Leave a legacy
It costs over £10 million a year to maintain the Abbey, and we don’t receive any funding from the Church, the Crown, or the Government.
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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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Support the project
We’re undertaking a major project which will allow us to transform the welcome we offer to the 1.3 million visitors who come here each year.
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From the Deanery kitchen: Cranberry and almond tart
From the Deanery: Cranberry and almond tart recipe: This is from my Mum’s recipe book, a Christmas favourite that I remember her baking. You could use ready made shortcrust or sweet pastry.
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The Abbey Choir and musicians
The Abbey resounds to choral and organ music every day. Music is at the heart of the Abbey’s life and work.
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Community groups
Westminster Abbey is a wonderful place for groups under the age of 25 to explore big questions. We want to welcome all community groups, making visits free where we can and tailoring sessions to your interests.
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Powerful threat
Separated by sea, entwined by history. Fraternité is a season of events focusing on the fellowship between the UK and France, celebrating shared stories, cross-channel influence and the unity of nations. Through an immersive exhibition, music, talks and tours, uncover the relationship between these countries and their national churches, Notre-Dame and Westminster Abbey.
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Lady Elizabeth and Joseph Nightingale monument maquette
Visit the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Galleries to see the Lady Elizabeth and Joseph Nightingale monument maquette, and many more objects, in real life. High above the Abbey floor, come face to face with the Abbey’s greatest treasures covering over 1,000 years of faith and history. Along with worship, examine objects that teach us about the building of Westminster Abbey, its role in national memory and its relationship with royalty.
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Podcast
Westminster Abbey's podcast is a mix of sermons, services and reflections, plus lectures on issues of faith, ethics and policy from the Westminster Abbey Institute.
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Music
A charitable trust has been established to assist in the Abbey's fundraising efforts – The Westminster Abbey Trust. You can make a donation to the Trust.
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Truth
In the world of public service, trustworthiness, dependability, wise decision-making and solid relationships all depend upon truth.
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Abbey releases A-Z of family activities
Tuesday, 7th April 2020
Staging a royal coronation at home, making up a secret sign language and navigation games are amongst the new activities being released online by the Abbey to keep families occupied during isolation.
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Angela Burdett-Coutts
Philanthropist
Near the west door in the nave is the simple gravestone of Angela Burdett-Coutts, philanthropist. She applied her fortune to many charities.