- A royal church | Westminster Abbey
Join us at Westminster Abbey as we prepare to celebrate Christmas, the coming of Jesus Christ Find out more about worshipping with us and explore the many ways you can connect with the Abbey in Advent and Christmas, wherever you are
- History of Westminster Abbey
An architectural masterpiece of the 13th to 16th centuries, Westminster Abbey houses tombs and memorials to kings and queens and the famous and the great
- Plan your visit - Westminster Abbey
We sell a range of merchandise inspired by the life, history, architecture of Westminster Abbey and its location in the heart of London You can shop online and have your order shipped worldwide
- High Altar - Westminster Abbey
Explore our History High Altar The Sacrarium, or Sanctuary, is at the heart of the Abbey, where the High Altar stands Altar decoration and detail The altar is dedicated to St Peter It was originally consecrated on 13th October 1269 The present wooden altar table, normally covered by an embroidered frontal, and reredos above it were designed by the Abbey Surveyor Sir George Gilbert Scott in
- What to see and do - Westminster Abbey
What to see and do With the Abbey’s rich history, there are many parts of it you’ll want to see when you visit Explore the most popular spots to find out which area interests you most
- Visit | Westminster Abbey
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
- Tea Towels | Westminster Abbey Shop
More than 3,300 people are buried and many others commemorated at Westminster Abbey Our historic church has also been the setting for every coronation since 1066, and for many other royal occasions, including 16 weddings
- People of Westminster Abbey
The inspiration behind our exclusive ‘People of Westminster Abbey’ range was commissioned to remember a few of the 1000s of people buried or with commemorations at Westminster Abbey
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