Westminster Abbey is London's oldest and most famous church. Not only is it the place where Royal coronations are held, it also houses tombs from monarchs and leading historical British figures from the last 1,000 years.
How many bodies are buried in Westminster Abbey?
3,000 people
Are people actually buried at Westminster Abbey?
As well as being the major royal church of the United Kingdom, Westminster Abbey contains the tombs of many famous people who were not born into royalty. Over 3,000 people are buried at Westminster Abbey many forgotten by history but it remains the final resting place for celebrated Britons.10 Aug 2021
Is anyone buried at Westminster Abbey?
Over 3,000 people are buried at Westminster Abbey many forgotten by history but it remains the final resting place for celebrated Britons. Others who are not buried there are honoured with commemorative plaques.10 Aug 2021
Why was Jonson buried upright?
The fact that Jonson was buried in an upright position was an indication of his reduced circumstances at the time of his death, although it has also been written that he asked for a grave exactly 18 inches square from the monarch and received an upright grave to fit in the requested space.
Who is buried in the floor of Westminster Abbey?
Eight British Prime Ministers are buried in the Abbey: William Pitt the Elder, William Pitt the Younger, George Canning, Henry John Temple, 3rd Viscount Palmerston, William Ewart Gladstone, Andrew Bonar Law, Neville Chamberlain and Clement Attlee, 1st Earl Attlee.