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...
1. Christ Church, Woking
Stephen Goetsch
Christ Church Woking
📍Jubilee Square, Woking GU21 6YG 📅 Numerous dates from 8-30 December (more info here)
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 are sure to be filled with Christmas spirit.
2. All Saints Church, Weston
📍Chestnut Ave, Esher KT10 8JL 📅 15 December, 6.30 pm (more info here)
Enjoy a concert led by the Voices of Cambridge Ensemble (VOCE), a group comprising of ex-Cambridge choral scholars and professional singers. Sung by candlelight.
This December, there will be a service of Nine Lessons and Carols, which will compromise of readings telling the story of the birth of Jesus and of course, carols.
3. Guildford Cathedral
📍Stag Hill, Guilford GU2 7UP 📅 1st, 29th & 22nd of December, 6.30 pm (more info here)
The annual carol service supporting charity Age UK will take place in the magnificent cathedral once 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
📍Woodfield Lane, Ashtead KT21 2BE 📅 21 December, 10 am-12 pm (more info here)
Have a tea or coffee and biscuit whilst joining in with the Ashtead Choral Society as they sing a range of famous carols. All profits made will go to local charities The Besom and My Time - all the more reason to sing your heart out. Tickets £2.
5. Hampton Court Palace
📍Hampton Court Palace, Molesey, East Molesey, KT8 9AU 📅 17-23 December (more info here)
Enjoy evening courtyard carol singing in the immense palace grounds in the final lead-up to Christmas. Everyone is welcome and with the Epsom & Ewell Silver Band to accompany you, you needn't worry about staying in tune.
Sadly this event is now fully booked!
6. St Mary Magdalene Church, Richmond
📍Church Walk, Richmond, TW9 1SN 📅 4 December (more info here)
Celebrating their 800th anniversary this year, this Christmas carol service continues an annual tradition and is certain not to disappoint. Make sure you arrive early to get your seat at this ever-popular event. Mulled wine and canapés will be served afterwards.
7. All Saints Church, Kingston
All Saints Church, Kingston
📍14-16 Market Place, Kingston upon Thames, KT1 1JP 📅 15 December (Carols around the crib on the 24 December) (more info here)
Situated in the heart of Kingston, these services are accessible to both local residents and shoppers alike. Make sure you don't miss the Eclipse Choir Christmas Concert on the 14th of December, which is guaranteed to get spread some joy.
8. Strawberry Hill House
KILIAN O'SULLIVAN
Strawberry Hill House
📍268 Waldegrave Rd, Twickenham, TWI 4ST 📅 15 December (more info here)
Coro Chamber Choir is returning for one of their very popular Christmas concerts. This year the programme will include 'Gloria' by Vivaldi whilst you enjoy mince pies and sip mulled wine. Song sheets will be available for those wishing to join in.
9. Holy Trinity Church, Clapham Common
Dan Wong
Holy Trinity Church, Clapham
📍Clapham Common North Side, London, SW4 0QZ 📅 8th & 15th of December (more info here)
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.
10. Leatherhead Parish Church
Leatherhead Parish Church
📍St. Mary & St. Nicholas Parish Church, Church Road, KT22 8BD 📅 22 December (more info here)
Attend a candlelit service in the format of the traditional nine lessons and carols. Mince pies and mulled wine will be served afterwards.
11. Holy Trinity Church, South Wimbledon
Holy Trinity Church, South Wimbledon
📍234 The Broadway, Wimbledon, London SW19 1SB 📅 22 December (more info here)
A candlelit service filled with carols and Christmas readings. The customary mulled wine and mince pies will also follow after the service.
12. Petersham Nurseries
Lewis McCarthy
Petersham Nurseries
📍Church Lane, Off Petersham Road, Richmond, TW10 7AB 📅 4 December (more info here)
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.
