Advent & Christmas Services at Westminster Abbey

1 December 2024 to 25 December 2024 Westminster Abbey

With a Christmas tree partially blocking the view on the right of the image, we see four singers of the Abbey Choir at Westminster Abbey in their white robes with red vestments, singig and holding hymn sheets
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Step inside the glorious Westminster Abbey FOR FREE for these special Christmas services, with anthems and carols sung by the Abbey Choir

These delightful services will take place in Westminster Abbey and the smaller St Margaret’s Church next door (often referred to as ‘the parish church of the House of Commons’) - all are free, although some require booking, with tickets being released at various times (see info in booking links below) 

Sunday 1st December: 4-5PM at The Abbey (FREE: no booking required)
An Advent Liturgy: A dramatic, candle-lit service of hymns, readings, and anthems sung by the Abbey Choir (note: not well-suited for young children)

Sunday 8th December: 6-7PM at St Margaret’s Church (FREE: no booking required)
An Advent Liturgy: A dramatic, candle-lit service of hymns, readings, and anthems sung by the Abbey Choir (note: not well-suited for young children)

Monday 23rd December: 6-7PM at The Abbey (FREE: booking required)
Service of Lessons & Carols: A traditional service including the singing of Christmas carols

Tuesday 24th December: 4-5PM at The Abbey (FREE: booking required)
Service of Lessons & Carols: A traditional service including the singing of Christmas carols

Tuesday 24th December: 6-7PM at St Margaret’s Church (FREE: no booking required)
Service of Lessons & Carols: A traditional service including the singing of Christmas carols

Wednesday 25th December: 3-4PM at The Abbey (FREE: no booking required)
Christmas Day Evensong: consisting of choral music (psalms, canticles, and anthems) from the rich Anglican musical tradition, scripture readings, and prayers.