Construction began by Edward the Confessor in 1076 (possibly with something big to confess) on this huge Gothic style abbey. All the royals have been crowned on the Coronation Chair since that time, and quite a few have been interred in the crypt along with other notables such as Charles Dickens. Poets corner is dedicated to the likes of Chaucer, Tennyson, Kipling and Samuel Johnson. The Abbey museum is included in the admission price. Open all year round to the public except religious observances and Sundays, the usual opening times are 9.30am-3.45pm Tue-Sat, except Wednesdays, 9.30am-6pm. £10 per adult, £7 on production of valid student card. Audio guide £4.