Services on Christmas Day

All are welcome to attend our services of celebration on Christmas Day.

Event details

Tickets
Free to attend - no booking required
Date
Thursday 25 December 2025, 08:00
Venue
Chichester Cathedral
Category
, Children & Families, Free, Music, Special Services
Holy Communion (said)
8.00am

A service of Holy Communion according to the Book of Common Prayer, held in the Lady Chapel.

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

Christmas Day Service for Children, Families & Caregivers
9.00am

A special Christmas Eucharist designed for children aged 0 – 12, plus their parents, guardians or caregivers.

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

Christmas Day Choral Mattins
10.00am

Sung by the Cathedral Choir.

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

Christmas Day Eucharist
11.00am

The Eucharist service for Christmas Day, 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.

Click here to watch the livestream

Please note - the Cathedral will close to the public for the rest of the day at 12.30pm.

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>>