Chester Cathedral's Annual Christmas Carol Concert
Visitors can wander through the historic cathedral to admire more than 80 real Christmas trees and enjoy their festive pine scent. The trees are decorated by local schools and businesses around the theme of Spirit of Christmas.
Nov 25, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
Children 5 and under: free entry. Sundays: no booking or entry fee. No other ticket prices are stated.
Hours
Last entry 5.30pm; between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day the Cathedral closes at 4pm, with last festival entry at 3.30pm.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Pre-book Christmas entry to help ensure speedy entry and make your visit smoother.
- Consider visiting on a Sunday, when no booking is required and entry is free, making it a convenient option for flexible plans.
- Between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day, plan to arrive by 3.30pm for the festival’s earlier last entry.
- Check closure notices before visiting, as there may be other Nave or café closures during the festival.
- If visiting with children aged five or under, remember that their festival entry is free.
Special Events & Promotions
- Children five and under enter free.
- Sundays have no booking requirement or entry fee.
- The 2026 festival theme is Spirit of Christmas.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the festival suitable for families?
Yes. It is described as a family-friendly visit, and children five and under enter free.
Do I need to book ahead?
Pre-booking is recommended for speedy entry. Sundays have no booking requirement or entry fee.
What will I see at the festival?
More than 80 real Christmas trees are decorated around the Cathedral under the Spirit of Christmas theme.
Can local schools or businesses take part?
Local schools and businesses can sign up to decorate a tree. Trees are limited and allocated first come, first served; the expression-of-interest deadline is 26 October 2026.
Are there any changes to entry during the holiday period?
Between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day, the Cathedral closes earlier and the festival's last entry is earlier than on other days.
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