Services on Christmas Eve

All are welcome to attend our services as we begin to celebrate the feast of Christmas.

Children's Crib Service
2.00pm & 4.00pm

Hear the Christmas story unfold as we sing carols and build the Christmas crib.

These services are specially designed to appeal to children, young people and their caregivers, but are open to all!

Children are also warmly invited to dress up as characters from the Nativity (angels, shepherds, sheep, donkeys, oxen etc.) if they wish!

No booking required - seating available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Christmas Eve Evensong
6.00pm

A service of Choral Evensong sung by the Cathedral Choir, with seasonal music and congregational carols.

No booking required - seating available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This service will also be livestreamed.

Join this service online

Midnight Mass
11.00pm

The First Eucharist of Christmas, led by The Bishop of Chichester, with music sung by the Cathedral Choir.

No booking required - seating available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This service will also be livestreamed.

Join this service online

FAQs

Who can attend a service at the Cathedral?

Everyone is welcome to attend services at Chichester Cathedral. For many, this may be their first time visiting the Cathedral. We look forward to meeting you very soon!

Do I need a ticket for this service?

No booking required - general seating available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Access and facilities
  • Toilet facilities are available in the Cathedral (including an accessible toilet with changing facilities). 
  • Ramps throughout the Cathedral allow step-free access.
  • A hearing loop system is available.
  • There are a limited number of Disabled parking spaces situated on the approach to the Cathedral via West Street. These spaces can be used free of charge provided the vehicle is displaying a disabled person's badge and the registered disabled person is driving or is a passenger.
  • Guide, Therapy and Assistance Dogs are welcome in the Cathedral for services.
  • Selected services will be livestreamed here>>