Abbey Westminster Attic

Broken statues tools and shards of centuries old stained glass fragments from windows now long gone at the abbey.

Abbey westminster attic.

The view of the interior from the triforium a space used. Capacity is limited the maximum group size is 6 and all tickets must be booked via this site. Westminster abbey s secrets in the attic to go on display. The attic space renamed.

Last week the world s eyes were turned to the interment of stephen hawking s ashes and although the astrophysicist was by. The galleries are 16 metres 52 feet above the floor of the abbey. 1 8 the queen s diamond jubilee galleries above the main floor space of westminster abbey is a newly revamped attic which had been used as storage room for centuries. We have made some changes to keep you safe when you visit.

Westminster abbey is one of britain s most popular tourist attractions but the vast majority of visitors have never seen its best feature. A recent archaeological dig at westminster abbey in london has revealed some stunning artifacts. Dates and times will be released one month in advance. This article is more than 5 years old.

Westminster abbey receives more attention than any church in the uk. Known as the triforium. Click below to view treasures including the shrine of st edward the confessor the grave of the unknown warrior the high altar and the coronation chair in unprecedented detail. June 7 2018 high above the ornate chapels famed royal tombs and precious relics of the british monarchy london s westminster abbey is home to a hidden medieval attic.

A lift is available for those with reduced mobility. Take a virtual tour inside westminster abbey. Relics from attic of westminster abbey are not your average junk. See amazing views of the palace of westminster and the medieval chapter house on your way up it s all part of the experience.