Westminster Abbey London
A heritage structure and a great tourist attraction, the Westminster Abbey in London is a collegiate church of St Peter. A large Gothic Church, situated to the west of the Palace of Westminster, the Westminster Abbey had served as a cathedral from 1546 to 1556.
The London Westminster Abbey is also a place for the coronation and burial of the British Royalty since 1066. The shrine of St Edward the Confessor, who ruled England from 1042 to 1066, is in the centre of the Abbey Church. Also buried or memorialized within the grounds are statesmen and politicians, artists, musicians, clerics, lawyers, warriors and writers from every century of all the three islands of the United Kingdom.
The 1400 year tradition of worshipping the Almighty continues till date in the living church that is considered to be part of the Church of England. Barring Good Friday and Holy Saturday, the Eucharist is celebrated everyday at the stroke of 8 in the morning with the world famous church choir singing the daily services. The Westminster Abbey Choir School, trains the church choristers. The church invites all people of all faiths, an Anglican or a believer of another church to attend any services if they so desire.
The St Margaret's Church within the Abbey limit, also known as the Church of the House of Commons, is also worth a visit. Besides places to see within the abbey precincts include the awesome Chapter House and Museum, the Great and Little Cloisters, the Westminster School, the Westminster Abbey Choir School and the peaceful College Garden. Those interested can visit the Library and the Monuments Room by taking a prior appointment. One can also check out details about the mission of the Westminster Abbey Church online.
Visiting the Westminster Abbey London:
Address: Victoria Street, Westminster, London, SW1P 3PA
Telephon: +44 (0)20 7654 4900
Cost: £15 (Adults), £12 (Concs), £6 (Schoolchildren), £30.00 (Family 2 adults and 1 child), £36.00 (2 adults and 2 children), £42.00 (2 adults and 3 children)
Time: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri (9:30 - 16:30), Wed (9.30 - 19.00), Sat (9.30 - 14.30), Sun (Worship only - No Tourist Visiting)
Nearest Underground Stations:
Westminster Tube (5 minutes)
St James's Park Tube (6 minutes)
For more information on the Westminster Abbey, please visit : www.westminster-abbey.org
What's on at the Westminster Abbey, London:
The London Westminster Abbey is also a place for the coronation and burial of the British Royalty since 1066. The shrine of St Edward the Confessor, who ruled England from 1042 to 1066, is in the centre of the Abbey Church. Also buried or memorialized within the grounds are statesmen and politicians, artists, musicians, clerics, lawyers, warriors and writers from every century of all the three islands of the United Kingdom.
The 1400 year tradition of worshipping the Almighty continues till date in the living church that is considered to be part of the Church of England. Barring Good Friday and Holy Saturday, the Eucharist is celebrated everyday at the stroke of 8 in the morning with the world famous church choir singing the daily services. The Westminster Abbey Choir School, trains the church choristers. The church invites all people of all faiths, an Anglican or a believer of another church to attend any services if they so desire.
The St Margaret's Church within the Abbey limit, also known as the Church of the House of Commons, is also worth a visit. Besides places to see within the abbey precincts include the awesome Chapter House and Museum, the Great and Little Cloisters, the Westminster School, the Westminster Abbey Choir School and the peaceful College Garden. Those interested can visit the Library and the Monuments Room by taking a prior appointment. One can also check out details about the mission of the Westminster Abbey Church online.
Visiting the Westminster Abbey London:
Address: Victoria Street, Westminster, London, SW1P 3PA
Telephon: +44 (0)20 7654 4900
Cost: £15 (Adults), £12 (Concs), £6 (Schoolchildren), £30.00 (Family 2 adults and 1 child), £36.00 (2 adults and 2 children), £42.00 (2 adults and 3 children)
Time: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri (9:30 - 16:30), Wed (9.30 - 19.00), Sat (9.30 - 14.30), Sun (Worship only - No Tourist Visiting)
Nearest Underground Stations:
Westminster Tube (5 minutes)
St James's Park Tube (6 minutes)
For more information on the Westminster Abbey, please visit : www.westminster-abbey.org
What's on at the Westminster Abbey, London:
Turner Prize in London
5th October 2010 to 2nd January 2011
The Turner Prize in London is a highly esteemed prize for excellence in modern art. Started in 1984, the London Turner Prize is given to 'a British artist under 50 for an outstanding exhibition or other presentation of their work in the 12 months preceding'.
5th October 2010 to 2nd January 2011
The Turner Prize in London is a highly esteemed prize for excellence in modern art. Started in 1984, the London Turner Prize is given to 'a British artist under 50 for an outstanding exhibition or other presentation of their work in the 12 months preceding'.
The Frieze Art Fair '10 London
14th - 17th October 2010; Preview on 13th October 2010
The annual Frieze Art Fair in Regent's Park, London is one of the world's most prominent modern art fairs. Supported by Deutsche Bank, Frieze Art Fair 2010 in London is a compactly preferred appearance of the most advanced arcades from just about the world
14th - 17th October 2010; Preview on 13th October 2010
The annual Frieze Art Fair in Regent's Park, London is one of the world's most prominent modern art fairs. Supported by Deutsche Bank, Frieze Art Fair 2010 in London is a compactly preferred appearance of the most advanced arcades from just about the world
International Ballroom Dancing Championship
21st October 2010
The annual International Ballroom Dancing Championship returns to the London Royal Albert Hall Next Year October with the world's leading dancers. In its 57th edition, the championship will bring together some of the world's foremost amateur and professional dancers.
21st October 2010
The annual International Ballroom Dancing Championship returns to the London Royal Albert Hall Next Year October with the world's leading dancers. In its 57th edition, the championship will bring together some of the world's foremost amateur and professional dancers.
Skate at Somerset House
November 2010
London Somerset House is a very enchanting outdoor venue this winter season for skating. Somerset House ice rink will be will be return in November 2010, for you to bring friends and family along and experience one of the most appealing Christmas rituals.
November 2010
London Somerset House is a very enchanting outdoor venue this winter season for skating. Somerset House ice rink will be will be return in November 2010, for you to bring friends and family along and experience one of the most appealing Christmas rituals.
Trooping the Colour in London
June 2011(annual)
London's Trooping the Colour is a colourful, historic military display showing respect to the Queen on her official birthday. - The Queen was actually born on 21st April but her official celebrations fall in June because of better weather conditions.
June 2011(annual)
London's Trooping the Colour is a colourful, historic military display showing respect to the Queen on her official birthday. - The Queen was actually born on 21st April but her official celebrations fall in June because of better weather conditions.
Liberty Festival 2010
