The Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols is a service traditionally celebrated near Christmas Eve. It is the story of the fall of humanity, the promise of the Messiah, and the birth of Jesus. The story is told by 9 readings interspersed with the singing of Christmas carols, hymns, and choir anthems.

This year we are pleased to have the Revd Laura Wheatley Downs conducting the service together with Rachel Riordan , Director of Music, and once again The Cecilia Singers supported by Organist Stuart McSweeney. They will create the Spirit of Christmas in the traditional way.

The service takes place in the magnificent Chapel of the Holy Spirit whose foundation stone was laid by in 1861 by HRH Prince  Albert and built by 1863
 
 Thank you in advance for your support once again this year and we again invite you to also join us after the service to celebrate the season of goodwill with a mince pie and wine reception. 

To obtain your ticket an adult entrance donation of £10 plus £1 booking fee payable by debit or credit card via our PAYPAL account on Ticket Tailor. A limited number of donation-free tickets are available for those under 18 with an adult. Please note that doors open at 7.05 PM however the service commences at 7.30 PM. 

To book your tickets click here.