Celebrate Christmas at the Old Royal Naval College with a host of festive events.
Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas at the Old Royal Naval College where the elves and Mrs Claus will race to save Christmas in a festive family show while Father Christmas himself can be found reading ‘Twas The Night Before Christmas in the Admiral’s House. Visitors can enjoy festive Afternoon Teas, a magical evening of Christmas carols in the UNESCO World Heritage Site’s majestic Chapel and shop for seasonal gifts in the pop-up shop.
Family favourite The Elves and The Magic Bear returns by popular demand after the success of the Doorstop Elves’ show at the Old Royal Naval College in 2023. Their heartwarming tale is perfect for younger visitors. When the elves find a bag of unopened letters to Santa just two days before Christmas, they task themselves with the important mission of saving Christmas. Helped by the audience and Mrs Claus, Santa’s elves endeavour to make sure that every child gets a present on Christmas with songs, magic and a special guest. Mrs Claus will also be giving out Nice List certificates! Little ones will also love meeting Father Christmas himself when he stops off in Greenwich for some very special storytelling of Twas The Night Before Christmas, along with his granddaughter, Helper Bean. Each child will receive a gift and have a photo opportunity with Father Christmas himself.
The stunning Chapel of St Peter & St Paul, regarded as one of the finest examples of 18th century neo-classical interiors - as seen in the latest season of Bridgerton – will provide a memorable setting for the annual carol services performed by the award-winning Trinity Laban Choir.
Festive Jazz Dining Evening under Mars - Offering a magical festive experience under the planets, the iconic Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich presents an out-of-this-world jazz dinner on Friday 13th December - hosted beneath Luke Jerram’s epic Mars installation.
Combining exquisite food, music and a festive atmosphere in the magnificent Painted Hall, Festive Jazz Dining Evening attendees can enjoy a delicious three-course, seasonal dinner while being serenaded by a live jazz vocalist. Perfect for Christmas celebrations, Festive Dining under Mars presents an exclusive luxury dining experience to raise a glass of mulled wine to the end of the year. BOOK HERE
In the Undercroft Café, visitors looking to treat themselves with something a little bit extra special can enjoy Festive Afternoon Teas. The Old Royal Naval College’s shops will also be stocked up for all your festive shopping. Discover a curated selection of books, gifts, cards, wrapping paper, and beautiful Christmas decorations.
Listings
- Father Christmas Storytelling in the Admiral’s House: 30th Nov – 23rd Dec
- Further Information: Father Christmas Storytelling
- The Elves and The Magic Bear, Admiral’s House: 30thNov – 23rd Dec
- Further Information: The Elves and the Magic Bear
- Carol Service in the Chapel of St Peter and St Paul: 16th December at 6pm
- Further Information: Christmas Carol Concert in the Chapel
- Festive Jazz Dining Evening under Mars: 14th December at 7pm
- Further Information: Festive dining under Mars with live jazz
Christmas at the Old Royal Naval College
Old Royal Naval College, King William Walk, Greenwich, SE10 9NN
Further Information: What’s on at Old Royal Naval College (ornc.org)