Princess of Wales to host Christmas carol service

A joyful celebration of Christmas, the service will offer a moment to reflect on the importance of love in all its forms - whether within families, through friendships, across communities or even through powerful moments of connection with strangers.

Inspirational guests

Spearheaded by the Princess and supported by The Royal Foundation, the service is an opportunity to recognise and thank the many people around the country who are acting with love in their communities, contributing to a more cohesive and connected society.

The 1,600-strong congregation will be joined in the Abbey by Members of the Royal Family and recognisable faces, who in their own ways have created and shown love to foster compassion and togetherness.

Combining traditional and modern elements, the service will see the world-renowned Abbey Choir sing some of the nation's best-loved carols alongside musical performances and readings by guests including Hannah Waddingham, Dan Smith, Kate Winslet and Chiwetel Ejiofor.

Watch on Christmas Eve

The service will be filmed for broadcast and will air in the UK as part of a special programme on ITV and ITVX on Christmas Eve.