Experience the beauty of a carol service at Worcester Cathedral This Christmas
With traditional readings, anthems sung by one of the Cathedral’s choirs, and your favourite carols accompanied by our magnificent organ. Or come to one of the crib services on Christmas Eve to see the Christmas story re-enacted. All are welcome and no ticket or pre-booking is required to attend for any of our Christmas services, and there will be an opportunity for financial offerings during, or after, each service.
Advent Reflection
Saturday 28 November, 5.30pm
Music and readings for Advent, led by our Voluntary Choir.
Advent Procession by Candlelight
Sunday 29 November, 6.30pm
The Cathedral Choir lead us from darkness into light, as we hear God’s promise of hope. One of the most atmospheric services of the cathedral’s year.
Christmas Fayre Carol Service
Thursday 3 December, 4.45pm
A short carol service for the opening of the Victorian Christmas Fayre, led by our Voluntary Choir.
Voluntary Choir Carol Service
Sunday 13 December, 4pm
Carols and readings for Christmas, led by our Voluntary Choir.
Worcester News Carol Service
Thursday 17 December, 7.30pm
Traditional readings and carols, led by our Cathedral Choir.
Shoppers’ Carol Services
Saturday 19 and Wednesday 23 December, 1pm
Short congregation-led carol services.
A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols
Tuesday 22 and Wednesday 23 December, 6.30pm
The quintessential candlelit carol service, led by our Cathedral Choir.
Crib Services
Christmas Eve, 1pm and 3pm
A relaxed, participative service for all ages, featuring live animals.
Carols and Readings for Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve, 5.30pm
Carols and readings, led by our Youth Choir and former choristers.
The Midnight Eucharist with Carols
Christmas Eve, 11pm
The first Holy Communion of Christmas, with carols led by our Cathedral Choir.
Sung Eucharist with Carols
Christmas Day, 10.30am
Holy Communion on Christmas morning, with carols led by our Cathedral Choir.
More information on our Christmas services and events
Click here to find out more about our full range of services and events this Christmastime, or to make a donation to help with the costs we inevitably will incur over the busy Christmas period. Worcester Cathedral Reg. Charity No. 1207427
