The Huguenot Chapel (French Church) will be open to visitors for all to view their collection of traditional 'Santons de Provence' Nativity figures on display.

The entrance to the Huguenot Chapel is signposted on the lawn 10 yards from the door on the south side of the Cathedral, opposite the Cathedral Lodge hotel.

Fridays (until 20 December), 12:30-13.00 in the Nave

Seasonal reflections from Dean David including music, poetry and prayer.

Saturdays (until 21 December), 12:30-13:00 by the Christmas Tree in the Precincts

In the event of bad weather, this will take place by the Crib inside the Cathedral, where entry to the west end will be free for this half hour service. An admission ticket would need to be purchased to enter the rest of the Cathedral.

Listen to beautiful music and add your own voice as we sing well-known carols together – just the thing to put you in the festive mood.

Join musicians, the Cathedral choristers and our staff for these joyous half-hour services, as you enjoy the Christmas market.

Fri 20 December, 17:30-18:15 in the Crypt

In person only

If you require additional arrangements to attend please email our Events Office in advance at [email protected]

All requests must be received at least four working days before the service date.

Only certified assistance animals are permitted at services. Other animals will not be allowed access.

Please read essential information here before attending.

Sun 22 December, 17:30-18:30

A reflective service with scripture and poetry on the last Sunday before Christmas, led by Dean David, with La Nativité du Seigneur (The Birth of the Saviour) by Olivier Messiaen, played on organ by Jamie Rogers, Assistant Director of Music.

If you require additional arrangements to attend please email our Events Office in advance at [email protected]

All requests must be received at least four working days before the service date.

Only certified assistance animals are permitted at services. Other animals will not be allowed access.

Please read essential information here before attending.

Tues 24 December, 10:00-10:45

In person only

A short, joyful service for children and families tells the story of the birth of Jesus, with music from the Cathedral Choral Scholars and the singing of traditional Christmas Carols.

If you require additional arrangements to attend please email our Events Office in advance at [email protected]

All requests must be received at least four working days before the service date.

Only certified assistance animals are permitted at services. Other animals will not be allowed access.

Please read essential information here before attending.

Tues 24 December, 23:00-00:10

This traditional night-time communion service ends at midnight, marking the dawn of Christmas Day and celebrating the joy of when the Angels appeared to the Shepherds.

If you require additional arrangements to attend please email our Events Office in advance at [email protected]

All requests must be received at least four working days before the service date.

Only certified assistance animals are permitted at services. Other animals will not be allowed access.

Please read essential information here before attending.

Wednesday 25 December

09:15 Said Morning Prayer

11:00 Christmas Eucharist ^†

15:00 Evensong with Carols ^†

If you require additional arrangements to attend please email our Events Office in advance at [email protected]

All requests must be received at least four working days before the service date.

Only certified assistance animals are permitted at services. Other animals will not be allowed access.

Please read essential information here before attending.

Sun 29 December, 17:30-18:30

854 years after his death, we recall the story of Archbishop Thomas Becket, reflecting on martyrdom then and now.

Preacher: Fr. Robert McCulloch, Rome

If you require additional arrangements to attend please email our Events Office in advance at [email protected]

All requests must be received at least four working days before the service date.

Only certified assistance animals are permitted at services. Other animals will not be allowed access.

Please read essential information here before attending.

Solemn Evensong of the Epiphany ^†
Sun 5 January 2025, 17:30

Sung Eucharist for Epiphany ^†
Mon 6 January 2025, 17:30

Epiphany Carol Service ^†
Sun 12 January 2025, 17:30

If you require additional arrangements to attend please email our Events Office in advance at [email protected]

All requests must be received at least four working days before the service date.

Only certified assistance animals are permitted at services. Other animals will not be allowed access.

Please read essential information here before attending.

Our beautiful life-size nativity scene will be in place in the Nave throughout the Advent and Christmas Season, with free access to view Monday - Fridays, 15:00-17:00, between 25 November - 20 December.

The Huguenot Chapel (French Church) will be open to visitors for all to view their collection of traditional 'Santons de Provence' Nativity figures on display.

The entrance to the Huguenot Chapel is signposted on the lawn 10 yards from the door on the south side of the Cathedral, opposite the Cathedral Lodge hotel.

Saturdays (until 21 December), 12:30-13:00 by the Christmas Tree in the Precincts

In the event of bad weather, this will take place by the Crib inside the Cathedral, where entry to the west end will be free for this half hour service. An admission ticket would need to be purchased to enter the rest of the Cathedral.

Listen to beautiful music and add your own voice as we sing well-known carols together – just the thing to put you in the festive mood.

Join musicians, the Cathedral choristers and our staff for these joyous half-hour services, as you enjoy the Christmas market.

Tues 24 December, 10:00-10:45

A short, joyful service for children and families tells the story of the birth of Jesus, with music from the Cathedral Choral Scholars and the singing of traditional Christmas Carols.

In person only

If you require additional arrangements to attend please email our Events Office in advance at [email protected]

All requests must be received at least four working days before the service date.

Only certified assistance animals are permitted at services. Other animals will not be allowed access.

Please read essential information here before attending.

Wednesday 25 December

09:15 Said Morning Prayer

11:00 Christmas Eucharist ^†

15:00 Evensong with Carols ^†

If you require additional arrangements to attend please email our Events Office in advance at [email protected]

All requests must be received at least four working days before the service date.

Only certified assistance animals are permitted at services. Other animals will not be allowed access.

Please read essential information here before attending.

Organised by and in support of The Friends of Canterbury Cathedral

Hear the Cathedral bells ring out to greet you as you arrive at our FRIENDly traditional service, with readings and music by our Cathedral girl choristers.

This was a fundraising event in support of The Friends of Canterbury Cathedral.

Organised by and in support of The Friends of Canterbury Cathedral

Hear the Cathedral bells ring out to greet you as you arrive at our FRIENDly traditional service, with readings and music by our Cathedral girl choristers.

This was a fundraising event in support of The Friends of Canterbury Cathedral.