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| Elizabeth I, Mary I, Mary II, Edward the Confessor, Edward I, Edward III, Edward VI, Henry III, Henry V, Henry VII, James I, George II, Richard II, Charles II and William III are buried in Westminster Abbey. And there's some speculation over whether the remains of Edward V (murdered by Richard III?) is among the 17 monarchs who rest here - DNA testing has proved inconclusive. That aside, every one of these royal deaths tells a story and where better to relive it than in this world-famous medieval abbey. The setting for almost every coronation since 1066 - 38 to be precise - the abbey has also formed the burial ground for statesmen, scientists, musicians and poets. Approximately, 3,300 people are said to have been buried in the church, including Chaucer, Sir Isaac Newton, Laurence Olivier and Charles Dickens. Stunning Gothic architecture, the fascinating literary history represented by Poets' Corner, the artistic talent that went into the statues, murals, paintings and tombs and the fantastic stained glass combine to make Westminster Abbey the most enduringly stunning of London's churches and a treasure trove of royal history. |
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| Jewel Tower |
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Abingdon Street,
Westminster,
London,
SW1P
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2 minutes distance from Westminster Abbey
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| Central Hall Westminster |
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Storey's Gate,
Westminster,
London,
SW1H
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3 minutes distance from Westminster Abbey
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| Churchill Museum & Cabinet War Rooms |
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Clive Steps,
King Charles Street,
Westminster,
London,
SW1A
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5 minutes distance from Westminster Abbey
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| Westminster Bridge |
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Victoria Embankment,
Westminster,
London,
SW1A
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5 minutes distance from Westminster Abbey
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| Westminster Abbey Midnight Mass, Christmas Carols & Services |
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Dean's Yard, ,
Westminster,
London,
SW1P
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0 minutes distance from Westminster Abbey
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| Jolly St Ermin's |
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Caxton Street,
London,
SW1H
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6 minutes distance from Westminster Abbey
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| A listed Victorian building, this hotel has kept the old English charm beautifully intact while offering guests comfortable rooms and efficient Italian service. It’s located ...More...
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| City Inn Westminster Hotel |
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30
John Islip Street,
London,
SW1P
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9 minutes distance from Westminster Abbey
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| Westminster Abbey Midnight Mass, Christmas Carols & Services |
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Westminster Abbey,
Dean's Yard,
SW1P
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0 minutes distance from Westminster Abbey
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| New Year's Day Parade |
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Parliament Square,
Westminster Bridge,
SW1P
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2 minutes distance from Westminster Abbey
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| Cardinal Place |
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Victoria Street,
Victoria,
Westminster,
London,
SW1E5JD
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13 minutes distance from Westminster Abbey
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| WH Smith |
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Westminister Underground Station,
Bridge Street,
Westminster,
London,
SW1A
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5 minutes distance from Westminster Abbey
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| The Cinnamon Club |
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The Old Westminster Library,
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Great Smith Street,
Westminster,
London,
SW1P
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3 minutes distance from Westminster Abbey
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| Iqbal Wahhab's grand venture in the magnificent Old Westminster Library has a dignified, traditional vibe. The imposing setting of The Cinnamon Club is the height ...More...
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| Inn the Park - St James's Park |
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St James's Park,
St James's,
London,
SW1A2BJ
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7 minutes distance from Westminster Abbey
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| London Education |
| Key Languages |
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16/18
Douglas Street,
Westminster,
London,
SW1P
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13 minutes distance from Westminster Abbey
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| St James's Park |
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Horse Guards Road,
St James's,
London,
SW1A
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7 minutes distance from Westminster Abbey
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| The Sherlock Holmes |
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Northumberland Street,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2N
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14 minutes distance from Westminster Abbey
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