Event Details
- Location: Westminster Abbey
- Address: 20 Dean's Yard, London, SW1P 3PA
- Start date: 02nd August 2025
- End date: 28th August 2025
- Times: Various
- Entry fee: £0
Summer: Poetry at the Abbey workshop
Step into the poetic heart of Westminster Abbey with three creative writing workshops led by acclaimed poets Jacob Sam-La Rose and Bella Cox. Set in the Abbey’s gardens and spiritual spaces, these sessions are an invitation to connect deeply – with the setting, the past, and your own voice. You’ll be guided through thoughtful prompts exploring themes of Nature, Faith, and Identity in a supportive and welcoming atmosphere. No prior experience needed, just bring your curiosity and a willingness to explore. Come to one workshop or all three, each session offers something unique. Each session will focus on a different theme:
Thursday 14th August – Nature in College Garden
Saturday 23rd August – Faith in the cloisters
Thursday 28th August – Identity in the cloisters
Summer: Art at the Abbey workshops
This summer, discover the joy of drawing in a relaxed, inspiring setting. Whether you’re an experienced artist or picking up a pencil for the first time, our free evening workshops invite you to sketch amid the beauty of Westminster Abbey’s gardens and cloisters. Each session is guided by a different artist, offering a fresh perspective on architecture, nature, and creativity. With all materials provided, it’s the perfect way to spend a summer evening outdoors, surrounded by history and tranquillity.
1st August – College Garden – Jeanette Barnes
8th August – North Green – Nikki Shaill (Originary Arts)
15th August – Cloisters – Wilson Yau
22nd August – College Garden – Laxmi Hussain
Further details and booking information for all workshops can be found on the Abbey website. Photo credit: Brendan Foster
