Carols by Candlelight 2026

Carols by Candlelight 2026Tickets here - £10 donation per person encouragedUnion Chapel's much-loved Carol Service returns this Christmas! Come and see the Chapel lit by candles, as we join in traditional and more modern carols, choral music and songs. Throughout the evening, the story of the birth of Jesus will be told in spoken word and prayer with music from Union Chapel Voices. Performances will include brand new compositions written specifically for this event by Anthony Fort.

After the service, the music will continue in the bar, where UCV and our in-house band will be putting a playful spin on some popular Christmas classics.

This is a very popular free event therefore we have introduced free ticketing, with donations of £10 per person encouraged to help us cover the costs of hosting this event, and to support the ongoing work of Union Chapel Church. Your generosity is much appreciated.

There is an opportunity to donate during your free ticket booking process. Cash and card donations will also be possible at the event.

Last year there were seats available on the night, so please do come along even if tickets are sold out. Although we can't guarantee entry you may well be lucky! Booked ticket holders must arrive by 6.30pm for guaranteed entry. After 6.30pm those without tickets will be permitted entry subject to availability.

Musical director and organist - Anthony Fort

Led by Revd Cathy Bird with members and friends of Union Chapel