Commonwealth Connections
Westminster Abbey, as a royal church, celebrates the Commonwealth all year round, including at a special service in March. Either in person or virtually, we welcome schools from across the Commonwealth to join one our sessions, led by experienced learning officers who can bringing learning to life, in line with your programmes of study.
Online sessions
UPDATE (taken from Virtual Classroom) Our Learning Officers will guide your students through an engaging, interactive session, to learn more about the Abbey as a place where faith lives and history happens. All from the comfort of your classroom.
2 to 3 sentences about country
Suitable for: CONFIRM
Duration: CONFIRM
Cost: CONFIRM
Discover the links that highlight the enduring relationship and shared heritage between Canada and the UK within the framework of the Commonwealth. Explore our shared Commonwealth connections and the ways they are remembered and celebrated at Westminster Abbey through ceremonies, artefacts, and traditions.
Suitable for: Grade 1 to Grade 12
Duration: Flexible but typically 60 minutes
Cost: CONFIRM
2 to 3 sentences about country
Suitable for: CONFIRM
Duration: CONFIRM
Cost: CONFIRM
2 to 3 sentences about country
Suitable for: CONFIRM
Duration: CONFIRM
Cost: CONFIRM
Guided Tour: Commonwealth
In-person: Commonwealth Tour
Explore the origins and history of the Commonwealth, and how the story of this 100 year-old association of nations is closely intertwined with that of Westminster Abbey. Learn about the people, the stories, and the ideals of the Commonwealth as your guide leads you through this ancient, royal church.
Suitable for: Grade 1 to Grade 12
Duration: 1.5 hours
Cost: £6
Tour at Westminster Abbey
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