Time to chat, to puzzle or play a game … or do some mindful colouring.
Or just enjoy the peace of the Minster with a coffee or tea.
All welcome!
Said Eucharist
The Open Table Network (OTN) is a growing partnership of communities across England & Wales which welcome and affirm people who are LGBTQIA + our families, friends & anyone who wants to belong in an accepting, loving community.
Please join the service in person at Reading Minster or online (when specified on our website).
Who's afraid of the big bad wolf? Join our pianist on a wild adventure through the woods! Meet brave Peter, his stern grandfather, a chatty duck, a clever bird and a cunning cat. Will Peter capture the wolf and save the day? Hear Prokofiev's timeless musical tale unfold in an interactive storytelling experience for the whole family.
This concert will not feature nursery rhymes, instead the music performance will be interwoven with narration and interactive elements. Feel free to come dressed up and be ready to flit about like the clever bird and quack like a duck. Ideal for primary-age children, as well as babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers.
Come and have a go at our “Craft of the Day” and enjoy the beauty, the space and the peace of the Minster.
All welcome!
Sign up below to get priority access to early bird tickets before they go on general sale:
https://www.thechristmasorchestra.co.uk/2025
The Christmas Orchestra is back! After a wonderful run of sold out shows in 2024 we are excited to announce our 2025 tour dates and locations. Get ready to discover the magic of the festive season with our unique concert experience.
On 13th December our tour makes a special stop at Reading Minster in Reading, bringing the festive spirit right to your doorstep.
Take a look at some of the highlights from our 2024 shows on our YouTube channel here:
https://www.youtube.com/@TheChristmasOrchestraTour
Celebrate this special time of year with us in Reading Minster and create memories together that will last a lifetime! ✨
General Info:
📅Date - 13/12/25
📍Location - Reading
🏛️Venue - Reading Minster
🕥Times -
⏰ Early Concert: 18:00
Doors open: 17:15
Show starts: 18:00
Show ends: 19:15
⏰ Late Concert: 20:30
Doors open: 19:45
Show starts: 20:30
Show ends: 21:45
🎻 🎶 The Show 🎶 🎻
The concert is performed live by a 16 piece chamber orchestra supported with full sound production and lighting show. Experience uplifting nostalgia with compositions from your favourite Christmas films, as well as popular sing-along classics to ignite your festive spirit, including:
Home Alone
Love Actually
Muppet Christmas Carol
The Nutcracker
Polar Express
Harry Potter
Bridget Jones Diary
Elf
The Christmas Orchestra promises a magical and energising festive journey, capturing the essence of Christmas, perfect for igniting your holiday spirit.
Disclaimer: The Christmas Orchestra and its events are not affiliated with the films and composers listed. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.