FAQ
FAQ
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Q: How can I contact the Archbishop of Canterbury?
A: Details of the correspondence address and telephone / fax numbers for Lambeth Palace can be found on the 'Contact' page of this site.
Q: Can I email the Archbishop?
A: There is no facility on this website to email the Archbishop of Canterbury directly. If you wish to email comments, you can do so using the form on the 'Contact' page.
Q: How do I find out what the Archbishop thinks or has said on a particular issue?
A: The site contains most of the current Archbishop of Canterbury's recorded public statements, articles, interviews, speeches and sermons although it is not exhaustive. The 'Issues in Focus' page collects the Archbishop's speeches and writings on a number of topical issues. The search facility can also be used for specific keywords. If you do not find what you need on this site, you can put a question the Archbishop in writing - details on the 'Contact' page.
Q: How can I visit / take a guided tour / hold an event at Lambeth Palace?
A: See the dedicated page: Events and Guided Tours
Q: Can I invite the Archbishop to an event, or to my local church?
A: If you wish to extend an invitation to the Archbishop, please do so in writing, using the details on the 'Contact' page. As there are many demands on the Archbishop's time he is often unable to accept many invitations and his schedule is often planned over 6 months in advance. Please bear the need to allow plenty of time in advance of the event when considering an invitation to the Archbishop.
Q: Can you tell me where my nearest church is?
A: If you are a UK resident the website 'A Church Near You' can give you details of where your nearest Anglican Church can be found.
Q: Where is Lambeth Palace?
A: Lambeth Palace is situated south of the Thames on Lambeth Palace Road, London. Map (opens in a new window)
Q: Does the Archbishop really live at Lambeth Palace?
A: The Archbishop of Canterbury's official London residence is Lambeth Palace. He lives here most of the time with his wife and children. The Archbishop also has homes in Canterbury and Wales.
Q: How old is Lambeth Palace?
A: The oldest parts of Lambeth Palace date back to 1197. Morton's Tower, the main entrance to the Palace was constructed in approximately 1490. The Great Hall, now part of Lambeth Palace Library was reconstructed by Archbishop Juxon after 1660. The main sections of the Palace that you will see today were designed by Architect William Blore in 1833. The newest section of the Palace, the Atrium, was opened by The Prince of Wales in the year 2000.
Q: Who does what at Lambeth Palace?
A: The Archbishop is supported by a dedicated team of advisers, administrators and clerical, technical and maintenance staff at Lambeth Palace. A list of the primary members of staff and their job titles can be viewed here: The Archbishop of Canterbury's Personal Staff