Something for all the family, Christmas carol singing is a key part of celebrating Christmas.
Whether you have the voice of an angel or are simply there for the festivities, you don't need to be the next X Factor contestant to enjoy a sing-song in good company.
And with so many of the events being free or helping to raise money for great charities, we are running out of reasons not to go. Scroll down to find your local concert...
Stephen Goetsch
Christ Church Woking
1. Christ Church, Woking
- Where - Jubilee Square, Woking GU21 6YG
- When - Carols running from 8th - 30th December 2024
Join the church for one of their many Christmas services. With carol services ranging from international carols to children's carols to carols by candlelight, you will surely be filled with Christmas spirit.
2. All Saints Church, Weston
- Where - Chestnut Avenue, Esher KT10 8JL
- When - 15th December 2024, 6:30pm
Enjoy a concert led by the Voices of Cambridge Ensemble (VOCE), a group comprising ex-Cambridge choral scholars and professional singers. Sung by candlelight. This December, there will be a service of Nine Lessons and Carols, comprising readings telling the story of the birth of Jesus and, of course, carols.
3. Guildford Cathedral
- Where - Stag Hill, Guilford GU2 7UP
- When - 1st, 22nd and 25th of December 2024
The annual carol service supporting charity Age UK will occur in the magnificent cathedral again. With mince pies served before the service, performances by The Rock Choir and various Christmas readings, the service is set to be tremendously festive.
4. Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall
- Where - Woodfield Lane, Ashtead KT21 2BE
- When - 21st December, 10 am-12 pm, 2024
Tea or coffee and biscuit whilst joining the Ashtead Choral Society as they sing a range of famous carols. All profits will go to local charities, such as The Besom and My Time, which are more reasons to sing your heart out. Tickets £2.
5. Hampton Court Palace, The Chapel Royal
- Where - Hampton Court Palace, Molesey, East Molesey, KT8 9AU
- When - 1st, 7th and 22nd December 2024
Enjoy this fabulous evening of carol singing in the stunning Chapel Royal. Set in the heart of one of England's most famous royal palaces, this is truly one Christmas experience you won't want to miss.
6. St Matthias Church Richmond
- Where - Church Walk, Richmond TW9 1SN
- When - 18th December, 6:30 pm 2024
All are welcome to the atmospheric 'Carols by Candlelight' at St Matthias' Church in Richmond. Set in a beautifully preserved Victorian Church, this evening of carols and community cheer is served alongside delicious mince pies and refreshing mulled wine.
All Saints Church, Kingston
7. All Saints Church, Kingston
- Where - 14 - 16 Market Place, Kingston upon Thames, KT1 1JP
- When - 15th & 22nd December 2024
Situated in the heart of Kingston, these services are accessible to both local residents and shoppers. Make sure you don't miss the Eclipse Choir Christmas Concert on December 15th, which is guaranteed to spread some joy.
KILIAN O'SULLIVAN
Strawberry Hill House
8. Strawberry Hill House
- Where - 268 Waldegrave Rd, Twickenham, TWI 4ST
- When - 3rd December, doors open 7:45pm
Always a popular choice, the Strawberry Hill House Christmas Concert is back this year, promising an evening of delightful music. It features unmissable performances from soprano Kirsty Taylor Stokes and pianists George de Voil and James Speakman.
This year's programme features the beautiful 'Evening Prayer' from Humperdink’s 'Hansel and Gretel' and Rutter’s 'Angel's Carol.' Plenty of delicious refreshments will be provided, and song sheets will be available for those wishing to join in.
Dan Wong
Holy Trinity Church, Clapham
9. Holy Trinity Church, Clapham Common
- Where - Clapham Common North Side, London, SW4 0QZ
- When - 8th December 2024, 3 pm - 8 pm
Holy Trinity Church is putting on carol events to suit everyone. Sing carols by candlelight, attend a family carol service or truly embrace the festive atmosphere and sing acoustic carols with the rest of the communion. Mulled wine and mince pies are available after the acoustic service.
Leatherhead Parish Church
10. Leatherhead Parish Church
- Where - St Mary & St. Nicholas Parish Church, Church Road, KT22 8BD
- When - 4th, 6th, 15th and 16th December 2024
Leatherhead Parish Church is holding a range of carol services and carol-themed events this Christmas. Starting with the deliciously sounding 'Carols and Tea' on the 4th, there is something for everyone.
Whether you're looking for a more traditional 'Carols by Candlelight' service or something for young children like 'Family Carols', Leatherhead Paris Church has it covered.
11. Menuhin Hall, Winter Festival
- Where - The Menuhin Hall, Cobham Road, Stoke D'Abernon, Surrey, KT11 3QQ
- When - 8th - 11th December 2024
- Tickets - £10-£28.50, under 30s half price
The award-winning Menuhin Hall is once again holding its popular 'Winter Festival', showcasing a spectacular array of music from the talented students of the Yehudi Menuhin School. This year's festival has a musical offering that will appeal to everyone from 'A Christmas Carol' themed family day to the very best of the school's chamber music in the 'Winter Overture.'
Lewis McCarthy
Petersham Nurseries
12. Petersham Nurseries
- Where - Church Lane, Off Petersham Road, Richmond, TW10 7AB
- When - 3rd December, 6 pm - 9 pm
Enjoy an evening of festivities where carol singing is just the beginning. The nurseries celebrate Christmas in their predictably festive manner, offering newly launched Christmas collections in their shop and mince pies and mulled wine galore. Carols will be sung at candlelight.
13. Kettner Concerts Twickenham - E.T.A Hoffman's The Nutcracker
- Where - St Mary's Church Twickenham, TW1 3NJ
- When - 8th December, 6 - 8pm
Discover the music of the Nutcracker this Christmas with the Kettner society's newest concert. Showcasing music from Schuman, Brahms and Tchaikovsky, this charming event also offers a rare opportunity to hear E.T.A Hoffman's own piano sonata.
Starring acclaimed painist Cristian Sandrin, this is truly an unmissable Christmas concert for fans of classical music.
