Carols by Candlelight

Occurring
Friday 11 December 2026, Saturday 12 December 2026 Friday and Saturday at for 1 hour, 45 mins
Venue
Bristol Cathedral
Address
College Green Bristol, BS1 5TJ, United Kingdom

Step into the glow of candlelight and share in one of Bristol Cathedral's most popular Christmas traditions.

Carols by Candlelight brings together beautiful choral music, festive readings and favourite Christmas carols in the stunning surroundings of Bristol Cathedral. Sung by the Cathedral Choir, the concerts combine much-loved seasonal music with opportunities for everyone to join in and sing.

Gather with friends and family, enjoy the atmosphere as candlelight fills the Cathedral, and celebrate the season alongside others from across Bristol. Whether part of an annual Christmas tradition or a first visit to the Cathedral, Carols by Candlelight offers a memorable evening of music and celebration in the heart of the city.

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Carols by Candlelight

Occurring
Friday 11 December 2026, Saturday 12 December 2026 Friday and Saturday at for 1 hour, 45 mins
Venue
Bristol Cathedral
Address
College Green Bristol, BS1 5TJ, United Kingdom

Step into the glow of candlelight and share in one of Bristol Cathedral's most popular Christmas traditions.

Carols by Candlelight brings together beautiful choral music, festive readings and favourite Christmas carols in the stunning surroundings of Bristol Cathedral. Sung by the Cathedral Choir, the concerts combine much-loved seasonal music with opportunities for everyone to join in and sing.

Gather with friends and family, enjoy the atmosphere as candlelight fills the Cathedral, and celebrate the season alongside others from across Bristol. Whether part of an annual Christmas tradition or a first visit to the Cathedral, Carols by Candlelight offers a memorable evening of music and celebration in the heart of the city.

Safeguarding

Bristol Cathedral has a duty of care to all the children, young peope and adults who engage with our life and work. We take the responsibility very seriously and work closely with our partners to ensure that there is a safe and secure culture within the Cathedral.

If you have any questions about safeguarding in the Cathedral, please contact Ben Silvey (Chief Operating Officer and Cathedral Safeguarding Officer), or Chrissie Graham (Operations Officer for Safeguarding and Finance and Deputy Cathedral Safeguarding Officer) on 0117 926 4879

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Bristol Cathedral Charity No. 1204673