Tour: Commonwealth Stories

Beyond the Abbey’s role as host of the annual Commonwealth Service, find out about the objects and memorials that tell the story of Britain’s complex and evolving relationship with the Commonwealth.

Founded 75 years ago, the modern Commonwealth is an association of 56 member states with a combined population of 2.5 billion citizens, almost a third of the world's people. Commonwealth countries span Africa, Asia, the Americas, Europe and the Pacific.

On this 75-minute tour, you’ll will uncover global stories while exploring some of the Abbey’s most atmospheric spaces, including:

• The Nave, home of the Grave of the Unknown Warrior

• The Samaria chamber, a private room where British and Empire fighting forces are remembered

• The Quire and High Altar, the site of the annual Commonwealth service

• The Shrine, the most sacred part of the Abbey that houses the Canada Chairs

• The Lady Chapel, a stunning chapel which celebrates international coalitions

• Poets’ Corner, which creative minds are remembered

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