Service of Lessons and Carols

Service of Lessons and Carols

Date Time Location Price
Wednesday, 23rd December 20266.00pm - 7.00pmThe Abbey Free (booking required)
Thursday, 24th December 20264.00pm - 5:00pmThe Abbey Free (booking required)
6:00pm - 7:00pmSt Margaret's Church Free (no booking required)

A traditional, candle-lit service including the singing of Christmas carols.

A traditional service which includes Christmas carols, music by the Choir of Westminster Abbey, and readings which tell the story of the birth of Christ

This service will last approximately 60 minutes and is not well-suited for young children. 

Ticketing information

Tickets are free and will be released at four different times on the following days:

  • Monday 16th November at 9:30am GMT
  • Monday 16th November at 2:30pm GMT
  • Wednesday 18th November at 9:30am GMT
  • Wednesday 18th November at 2:30pm GMT

You cannot book tickets before the dates and times listed above. Tickets will go very quickly so please be ready to book.

Can't attend this service? The service at 6pm on 24 December in St Margaret's does not require tickets booked in advance. 

For more information, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions. 

Watch this service

You will be able to watch this service live and on demand.

Advent & Christmas

Find out more about Advent and Christmas at the Abbey.