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Christmas at Ely 2019 Joyfully proclaiming the love of God in worship, outreach, welcome and care
Advent and Christmas at Ely Cathedral
Acknowledged as one of the finest medieval buildings in Europe, Ely’s impressive
Cathedral is the perfect place to visit and spend quality time with friends and family
during the festive season.
Experience our Christmas services and concerts with the Cathedral choristers,
family-themed events, gift shopping, seasonal dining, tower tours and the spectacular
30ft Christmas tree.
We look forward to welcoming you and wish you a happy and peaceful Christmastide.
Ely Cathedral Gift Shops
Discover perfect presents for family and friends in our festive themed gift shops with
beautiful items such as jewellery, books, toiletries, accessories and homeware.
From mid November both shops will also have a wide selection of seasonal stock.
The Refectory Café
Conveniently situated just inside the Cathedral’s main entrance, The Refectory Café offers
lunches and light refreshments. This cosy, friendly café provides an ideal spot to meet with
friends and family with the added bonus of being able to see the Cathedral’s magnificent
Christmas tree.
Christmas at The Almonry
Come and celebrate Christmas in a
beautifully decorated 13th Century
undercroft.
Our Chef Manager specialises in using
good quality, locally sourced produce
and has created a delicious festive menu
which will be served from Monday 2 to
Sunday 22 December.
You can download the Christmas Menu
from our website or pick up a copy in
house. Whether it is a few close friends
or a gathering of work colleagues, we
can take daytime and evening bookings
for Christmas celebrations for up to 80
guests.
Tel: 01353 666360
almonry@elycathedral.org
Services Sunday 1 December, 6pm Advent Procession This awe-inspiring service helps us prepare our hearts and minds for the season of Advent, a time of patient waiting and joyful expectation. We hear the choir sing music from many locations within the Cathedral including the clock tower at the West end of the building and the Angel windows in the Lantern. Tuesdays 3, 10 & 17 December, 9pm Advent Compline A beautiful candlelit service in the Lady Chapel to help wind down at the end of the day. Sunday 15 December, 4pm Evensong featuring Britten’s Ceremony of Carols with the Girls of Ely Cathedral Choir Accompanied by Anne Denholm, Official Harpist to the Prince of Wales from 2015-19. Sunday 15 December, 6.30pm Advent Taizé Service Contemplative worship in the Taizé tradition. Sunday 22 & Tuesday 24 December, 6pm Carol Services Featuring the Boys and Lower Voices of Ely Cathedral Choir. Tuesday 24 December, 11.30pm Midnight Mass Wednesday 25 December 10.30am Christmas Day Sung Eucharist 4pm Christmas Day Evensong
Christmas for Children and Families Saturday 7 December, 3pm Christingle Service in aid of the Children’s Society A popular family celebratory and community event. It is named after the Christingles that are lit during the service and made from an orange decorated with red tape, sweets and a candle. Sunday 8 December, 5.15pm The Big Christmas Tree Lights Switch-on Service Come and enjoy the biggest, most spectacular, Christmas tree in Ely as we count down to the switching on of the lights. This popular family event celebrates the festive season in song and prayer, concluding with the blessing of the magnificent tree! Thursday 12 December, 11am Christmas Story and Song Time Meet at the Christmas tree. A very special event for younger children retelling the Christmas Story in the wonderful setting of the Cathedral. This short service will include storytelling and festive snacks, as well as songs and prayers in preparation for Christmas. Recommended for children up to the age of 5 with their parents or carers. Friday 13 December, 7.30pm Chapterhouse Theatre Company present A Christmas Carol* A Christmas Carol is brought to life in a traditional production, complete with beautiful period costumes, song, dance, and a generous helping of festive spirit. Join critically acclaimed theatre company, Chapterhouse, in this most Christmassy of Christmas tales.
Monday 23 December, 10am - Noon
Christmas Crafts - Free School Holiday Drop-in Session
Activities include making stained glass window and angel decorations.
In the Lady Chapel. Recommended for children up to the age of 12 with their parents or carers.
Tuesday 24 December
Crib Services
Noon- featuring the Ely Cathedral Children’s Choir - The Ely Imps
3pm - featuring the Boys of Ely Cathedral Choir
The children of the Cathedral retell the story of Christmas in this wonderful tableau of
shepherds, angels, wise men and very special VIP guests from the local donkey sanctuary.
Sing carols and experience the awe and wonder as we enjoy the celebrations to mark the
birth of Jesus. Dressing up optional!
Monday 30 December
1.30pm, 4pm, & 7pm
Carrot Productions present
The Snowman*
Immerse yourself in the irresistible
animated film of The Snowman
this Christmas, accompanied by
a live orchestra. A heart-warming
experience that brings more than
a snowman to life - and featuring
the much-loved classic ‘Walking in
the Air’ - it’s a festive favourite for
the whole family.
© Snowman Enterprises Ltd
Concerts & Carols Thursday 21 November, 7.30pm G4 Christmas Concert* Saturday 7 December, 7pm Central Band of The Royal British Legion ‘Christmas Spectacular’* An unmissable concert by the highly acclaimed Central Band of the Royal British Legion who have recently performed at the Royal Albert Hall and Westminster Abbey. Saturday 14 December, 2pm Community Christmas Carol Sing-a-long Come and sing along to your favourite carols with the Ely Cathedral Community Choir accompanied by the Littleport Brass Band. With Christmas music, readings and prayers. Sunday 15 December, 1.30pm Papworth Hospital Christmas Carol Service* Tickets available direct from www.papworthhospitalcharity.org.uk or 01223 639950. Saturday 21 December, 7.30pm Hark! The Herald Carol Concert* An evening of traditional Christmas carols and seasonal music. Featuring the Ely Cathedral Octagon Singers, the Boys and Lower Voices of Ely Cathedral Choir and The Ely Imps. Sunday 22 & Tuesday 24 December, 6pm Carol Services Featuring the Boys and Lower Voices of Ely Cathedral Choir. Sunday 29 December, 4pm (Rehearsal 2.15 - 4pm) Come and Sing Carols Come and sing your favourite carols in this come and sing free-for-all!
Christmas Fair and Workshops
Christmas Gift & Food Fair*
Festive Shopping • Seasonal Food Hall • Café & Food Vendors • Vintage Carousel
Musical Entertainment • Live Demonstrations • Children’s Entertainment (Sat Only)
Wednesday 13 November* Friday 15 November *
6.30pm - 9pm Preview Evening 9am - 10am ‘shoppers with wheels’
10am - 1pm / 1pm - 4.30pm / 6.30pm - 9pm
Thursday 14 November*
9.30am - 1pm / 1pm - 4.30pm Saturday 16 November*
9.30am - 1pm / 1pm - 4.30pm
Due to the popularity of this event, we recommend purchasing tickets in advance.
Thursday 12 December, 10am, 2pm & 6.30pm
Christmas Wreath Workshops*
Learn to make a natural, living wreath with Wild Oak
Workshops. Seasonal supplies and refreshments included.
Tickets available direct from www.wildoakworkshops.com
Box Office: 01353 660349 (Monday - Saturday 9.30am - 4pm)
In addition to the usual Box Office facilities, tickets for concerts and events will also be
available to purchase from our High Street Shop from October.
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for more information about these events or any unscheduled changes or cancellations.
Ely Cathedral, Ely, Cambs CB7 4DL Tel: 01353 667735. Email: receptionist@elycathedral.org
Photos: James Billings, Keith Heppell, Alex Bailey - Netflix, (NERC)
1 Feb – 15 March 2020 Costumes from award For further information please
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