Westminster Hall, Medieval hall in Palace of Westminster, London, England
Westminster Hall features a large medieval timber roof spanning 20.7 meters in width and 73.2 meters in length, supported by intricate hammerbeam construction.
Built in 1097 under William II, Westminster Hall has hosted coronation banquets, legal proceedings, and trials, including those of Charles I and Guy Fawkes.
The hall serves as a location for lying in state ceremonies of British monarchs and distinguished figures, allowing citizens to pay their respects.
Visitors can access Westminster Hall through guided tours of the Palace of Westminster, which include detailed explanations of its architectural features.
The medieval hammerbeam roof of Westminster Hall stands as the largest timber roof structure from that period in Northern Europe.
Location: City of Westminster
GPS coordinates: 51.49986,-0.12537
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:58
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