General information
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| London, United Kingdom |
Program details
An essential addition to any visit to London and set in the heart of the city, Westminster Abbey is legendary and iconic. Boasting a rich history that spans over one thousand years, the site was originally occupied by Benedictine monks in the middle of the tenth century. The current gothic masterpiece has stood there for about 700 years.
Glorious Architecture.
The imperious gothic master work is truly breathtaking and the intricate stained glass is some of the most beautiful in the UK.
Coronation Chair.
The oldest piece of furniture in the country that is currently used for its original purpose, the sacred chair was created for King Edward I in 1296. The throne has played host to the coronation of every single monarch since 1308. Queen Victoria was crowned here, as well as Elizabeth II, our current reigning Queen.
Poets’ Corner.
This section of the south transept of the abbey is so called due to the large amount of writers and poets buried there, including Rudyard Kipling, Geoffrey Chaucer, Charles Dickens and Thomas Hardy. The corner is also decorated with many memorial stones and busts dedicated to the likes of William Shakespeare and poet laureate Ted Hughes.
Kings and Queens.
A place of monumental British history and intrigue, an incredible seventeen monarchs are buried at Westminster Abbey. It was also the venue for William and Kate’s fairytale wedding in 2011.
HIGHLIGHTS:
*Get inside one of London’s most iconic buildings
*The Abbey’s history spans more than a thousand years
*Exquisite gothic architecture and beautiful stained glass
*An impressive 17 monarchs are buried here
*See the Coronation Chair and the memorials in Poets’ Corner
Duration: 3 hours.
Start/opening time: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9:30am to 3:30pm; Wednesday from 9:30am to6pm; Saturday from 9:30am to 1:30pm; Sunday closed. The Abbey closes for visiting one hour after the above entry times. Guests will enter through the Great North Door (main entrance).
Languages: English and French.
Others: Travel dates: 1st June to 31st August 2015. Bookings from September onwards will be reviewed at a later date. Westminster Abbey is a fully working church and subject to closures at short notice. Please check opening times on their website prior to travel.
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