Officials have given a sneak peek at the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Galleries, which sits more than 16 metres (52ft) above the abbey’s floor and will display 300 treasures from the abbey’s collection.
Visitors will reach the gallery, which opens on June 11, through a new tower housing a staircase and lift.
It is the first major addition to the abbey church since 1745 and is part of a £22.9 million, privately funded development project aimed at giving a more generous welcome to the two million visitors and worshippers who go to the abbey annually.
The Very Rev Dr John Hall, Dean of Westminster, said: “We look forward to welcoming visitors to the galleries.
The view looking down to the Great West door from the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Galleries at Westminster Abbey, London.
“The views are breathtaking. The space astonishing. The displays fascinating.
“The visitor will gain far greater insight into the life and history of the abbey than ever before.
“The fulfilment of this vision is a shared achievement, with so many people involved. We are profoundly grateful.”
Replicas of (left to right) St Edwards Crown, Orb with Cross and Imperial State Crown during the preview for the opening of Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Galleries at Westminster Abbey
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