Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market and Ice Rink Open To Sunday 22 December (ice rink open until 5 January 2020)
The bustling Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market is recognised as one of the best in Europe. Here you will find wonderful gifts, decorations and festive foods, a delightful Food Court, a Crafts Village, and over 100 chalets to explore.
The market surrounds one of the UK’s top ten outdoor ice rinks where you are guaranteed rain-free festive skating under a see-through roof. As night falls, it’s the perfect place to skate under the stars against the backdrop of the light of the Cathedral.
The market is free to enter. Tickets for skating are available from the Cathedral Box Office (01962 857276 and www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk).
There is also a chance to book a Christmas or Twilight Tour of the Cathedral and gaze down from the top tower.
Other Winchester Cathedral Events
All services are free of charge. Ticketed events can be booked via the Cathedral Box Office at www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk; 01962 857 275.
Cathedral Christmas Concert
Friday 13 December, 7.00pm
An evening of music, laughter and delight, featuring Winchester Cathedral Choir and award-winning comedian Hugh Dennis. Tickets: £20–£40.
The Snowman
Saturday 14 December, 1.00pm, 3.00pm and 7.15pm
The enchanting Christmas film The Snowman will be shown on the big screen in the Cathedral Nave with music provided by a live
Tickets from £16.
Cathedral Carol Services
Tuesday 17, Wednesday 18 and Friday 20 December, 6.30pm
Wonderful services filled with beautiful music sung by the Cathedral Choir. The first service is ticketed; all are welcome at the second and third services.
Christmas Storytelling for Pre-Schoolers
Friday 20 December, 11.30am
Join us in the Cathedral to make Christmas angels and help to tell the story of the Grumpy Innkeeper with actions. No booking required, Cathedral entrance charges apply.
Chamber Choir Concert
Saturday 21 December, 1.00pm
An hour of varied music chosen to soothe and inspire, performed by the Cathedral Chamber Choir. All are welcome.
Benjamin Britten’s Ceremony of Carols
Sunday 22 December, 3.30pm
Sung by the Choristers of Winchester Cathedral, all are welcome.