What is the Poppy Memorial in Westminster Abbey?
What is the Poppy Memorial in Westminster Abbey? The Field of Remembrance has been organised by the Poppy Factory and held in the grounds of Westminster Abbey since November 1928, to commemorate those who have lost their lives serving in the Armed Forces.
What are the secret rooms in Westminster Abbey?
Above the main floor space of Westminster Abbey is a newly revamped attic, which had been used as storage room for centuries. The attic space, renamed the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Galleries, was once described by poet John Betjeman as having "the best view in Europe."
Are people buried in the floor of Westminster Abbey?
The Unknown Warrior Six bodies were exhumed from various battlefields. They were placed in unmarked coffins before one was selected for burial in Westminster Abbey. Although there are many graves on the floors of the church, this is the only one you're not allowed to walk on.
What is the poppy Square in Westminster Abbey?
The Field of Remembrance at Westminster Abbey has been organised by The Poppy Factory since 1928 and we continue to work closely with the charity today. The opening service for this field is a private event, owned and operated by The Poppy Factory and tickets aren't available from the Royal British Legion.
What is behind the high altar at Westminster Abbey?
The bones of Edward the Confessor still lie in his Shrine behind the High Altar. The Abbey is packed with tablets, statues and inscriptions commemorating kings, queens, knights, writers, actors, musicians, scientists and statesmen, not all of whom are buried in the Abbey.
Can you walk on the graves in Westminster Abbey?
There is only one grave in the Abbey that we ask you not to walk over: the grave of the Unknown Warrior.