For the ultimate gift experience, see Westminster Abbey which is steeped in more than a thousand years of history. Benedictine monks first came to this site in the middle of the tenth century, establishing a tradition of daily worship which continues to this day. The present church, begun by Henry III in 1245, is one of the most important Gothic buildings in the country, with the medieval shrine of an Anglo-Saxon saint still at its heart.A treasure house of paintings, stained glass, pavements, textiles & other artefacts, Westminster Abbey is also the place where some of the most significant people in the nation's history are buried or commemorated. After your visit to Westminster Abbey (or before, depending on your booking), you can enjoy a delicious afternoon tea in the Terrace Restaurant at the Amba Hotel. The tea will typically include a selection of fresh sandwiches, freshly baked fluffy scones, decadent cakes & pastries & a selection of herbal or leaf teas or coffee. Your voucher is not your entry ticket, pre-booking is essential.