Poets' Corner facts for kids

Poets' Corner is a special part of Westminster Abbey in London, England. It's found in the south transept of the Abbey. This famous spot is where many well-known poets, playwrights, and writers are honored.

You can find both graves and memorials here. Some memorials are simple stone slabs on the floor with names carved into them. Others are more fancy, like carved stone monuments, hanging tablets, or even busts (sculptures of a person's head and shoulders).

The very first poet to be buried in Poets' Corner was Geoffrey Chaucer. He was laid to rest there in 1556. Since then, many other literary giants have joined him.

Who is Honored in Poets' Corner?

Poets' Corner is home to some of the greatest names in English literature. It's a place where their memory lives on. People like William Shakespeare, Charles Dickens, and Jane Austen are celebrated here. Even if they aren't buried there, they often have a special memorial.

It's a way to remember their amazing stories, poems, and plays. These writers have shaped how we read and think about the world. Visiting Poets' Corner is like walking through a history book of literature.

Images for kids

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  Poets' Corner, Kent's 1740 Shakespeare Memorial at centre

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  Grave of Charles Dickens in Poets' Corner

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  Wall tablet in Poets' Corner commemorating Jane Austen