Westminster Abbey

Westminster Abbey    

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Westminster Abbey, formally titled the Collegiate Church of Saint Peter at Westminster, is a large, mainly Gothic abbey church in the City of Westminster, London, England, just to the west of the...

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Apr 18, 2024
The Abbey has such great history but in who are buried there or have monuments there, and the history of England that is represented there. Now for the bad! The audio tour was too brief for the his… Full review by Brian B
Apr 18, 2024
An incredible historical place....wonderful to see Westminster Abbey in person..having watched Royal Weddings , The Queen and Prince Philip's funeral and recently King Charles Coronation. I was also … Full review by jotate01
Apr 14, 2024
Good to see what I’ve seen in tv so often - didn’t realise how massive it is or all that it’s really like walking through a cemetary. Lovely stained glass - we went to the whispering area up the long… Full review by 937liz

Facts

Date founded:0960
Architect:Henry Yevele
Height:30.78 m
Architectural style:Gothic

Questions & answers

Q:
Does anyone know when tickets for May might be available ?
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I'm not sure; entry is not usually permitted on Sunday.
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Answer by Jeffry B · Mar 11, 2024
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Hi, can I enter in Westminster Abbey for free to pray?
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Not certain. Our family paid admission.
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Hey there! I wonder what parts of the building can I visit WITHOUT a ticket on a weekday without services? Thx!
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Sorry you do have to pay for entry at all times, unless you are invited to a royal wedding.
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Why am I not able to book Westminster Abbey entrance ticker tour on any of the dates in November?
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The individual tickets must all be sold out, that’s all I can think of or there are events on, I don’t know if it opens to the public around Remembrance Day
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Why am I not able to book Westminster Abbey entrance ticker tour on any of the dates in November?
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Availability of tickets depends on official use of the Abbey. We went twice, the first was fine, the second was on a Sunday and we couldn't enter.
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Answer by Jeffry B · Oct 1, 2023
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Frequently asked questions

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At what age should my son apply to Westminster Abbey?
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The ideal time to apply is when he is in Year 3 with a view to starting in Year 4 after his eighth birthday. We sometimes have vacancies at a...
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