A colour sketch by John Carter, drawn in 1782, of the knights on the base of his tomb is preserved in Westminster Abbey Library. Edmund was born in London on 16th January 1245, second son of Henry III ...

A great bronze candelabrum, the work of Benno Elkan, noted German Jewish sculptor, presented to Westminster Abbey by an anonymous donor, was dedicated last night by the Dean of Westminster.

Tucked away in a south-eastern corner of Westminster Abbey lies Weston Tower, a new glass, metal and stone structure that nestles neatly between the 13th Century Chapterhouse and 16th Century Lady ...

Westminster Abbey has been home to royal coronations since 1066 For nearly a thousand years, Westminster Abbey in London has played an important role in the British monarchy. The historic ...

He was an apprentice engraver to James Basire, the antiquarian, and came to the Abbey to sketch many of the royal tombs and works ... 1971 "William Blake and Westminster Abbey" by M.E. Reisner in Man ...

With a history which stretches all the way back to the 10th century, Westminster Abbey has stood through the lives of important people and world-changing events. But who is buried in in the floor ...

THE 80th anniversary of VE Day is to be marked over four days in May, including a service of “celebration and remembrance” at Westminster Abbey, the Government announced on Tuesday. VE Day was the ...

On Friday, the Princess of Wales stepped out at Westminster Abbey for the third annual holiday carol concert. Princess Kate, 41, started the tradition in 2021 and is still going strong.

Westminster Abbey is generally busy – and the staff keeps you moving at a pretty swift pace – so do a little research ahead of time to avoid missing your personal must-sees. For instance ...