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
Telephone: +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
Telephone: +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
Bike Week 2013 in London
15th - 23rd Jun '13
Bike Week 2013 is the UK's largest mass participation annual cycling event, & program how cycling can comfortably be part from the promoting each day cycling to everyone. certifying the friendly, fitness and bionomics advantage from the cycling, the week goal and catch people to get the boot cycling a set all of the UK's...
15th - 23rd Jun '13
Bike Week 2013 is the UK's largest mass participation annual cycling event, & program how cycling can comfortably be part from the promoting each day cycling to everyone. certifying the friendly, fitness and bionomics advantage from the cycling, the week goal and catch people to get the boot cycling a set all of the UK's...
The British 10k London Run 2013
14th Jul '13
The amazing victory of the British 10k London Run, which attracted more than 26,000 runners, promises to influence this year's annual fundraising event. Even more participants are expected to gather in London's Hyde Park Corner on the Sunday of July for the ten kilometres run past many of the city's historical landmarks.
14th Jul '13
The amazing victory of the British 10k London Run, which attracted more than 26,000 runners, promises to influence this year's annual fundraising event. Even more participants are expected to gather in London's Hyde Park Corner on the Sunday of July for the ten kilometres run past many of the city's historical landmarks.
Kids Week 2013 in London
1st - 31st Aug '13
Kids Week is back for 2013 with theatrical fun this August at theatreland London. Celebrating their 16th birthday this summer, Kids Week offers kid the exclusive chance to experience the magic of London theatre for free. During Kids Week 2013, one child can see a show absolutely free and two more can come along...
1st - 31st Aug '13
Kids Week is back for 2013 with theatrical fun this August at theatreland London. Celebrating their 16th birthday this summer, Kids Week offers kid the exclusive chance to experience the magic of London theatre for free. During Kids Week 2013, one child can see a show absolutely free and two more can come along...
The Frieze Art Fair '13
17th - 20th Oct '13
A spectacular display of modern art with large numbers of art galleries and aspiring artists: Frieze Art Fair 2013 in London Regent's Park.
17th - 20th Oct '13
A spectacular display of modern art with large numbers of art galleries and aspiring artists: Frieze Art Fair 2013 in London Regent's Park.
Summer Opening of Parliament 2013
31st Jul - 5th Oct '13
Summer Opening of Parliament Tours in London is a wonderful opportunity to explore the historic Houses of Parliament during its summer recess. Every summer London's Houses of Parliament opens its doors to visitors. The guided tours also run every Saturday throughout the year.
31st Jul - 5th Oct '13
Summer Opening of Parliament Tours in London is a wonderful opportunity to explore the historic Houses of Parliament during its summer recess. Every summer London's Houses of Parliament opens its doors to visitors. The guided tours also run every Saturday throughout the year.
