The silver gilt cross was given in 1899 by Lord Rosebery, following his daughter's marriage here. In front of the High Altar is one of the Abbey's treasures. This is a marble pavement dating from 1268 ...

Dimensions: 213 x 110 cms. The ancient sedilia (seats for the priests during Mass) to the south of the Abbey's High Altar were erected in the reign of Edward I, when Walter de Wenlok was Abbot of ...

These altar tiles are the last remaining tiles inside Fountains Abbey Church. Originally the base of the high altar, these tiles would also have covered the whole floor of the church. The tiles ...

The coronation service took place at Westminster Abbey, the site of such ceremonies ... marked with a procession down the aisle to the high altar, known for the occasion as the "coronation theatre." ...

Preparations have also been underway in the ballroom at Buckingham Palace, where a "coronation theater" was constructed to mimic the area below the High Altar at Westminster Abbey so those taking ...

An unprecedented look behind the scenes of one of Britain's most iconic landmarks, following the lives of the people who work, worship and live in this unique community over the course of a year ...

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 ...

Though Westminster Abbey is indeed a must-see attraction, the cost of admission is a bit high and the crowds can be overwhelming. Keep in mind, while photos are allowed in the church, they are ...