Christmas at Ely 2017 Joyfully proclaiming the love of God in worship, outreach, welcome and care
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Advent and Christmas at Ely Cathedral Widely acknowledged as one of the finest medieval buildings in Europe, Ely Cathedral is the perfect place to visit during the festive season. There is plenty to see and experience including Christmas services and concerts, special events, gift shopping, festive refreshments, guided tours or simply to admire Ely’s spectacular Christmas tree which stands magnificently decorated under the Octagon. We look forward to welcoming you and wish you a happy and peaceful Christmastide.
17 & 18 November Christmas Gift & Food Fair * Thursday 23 November, 7.30pm G4 in Concert - ‘Christmas by Candlelight’ * 28 November - 25 January Star of Bethlehem Laser Light Installation Wednesday 29 November, 7.30pm Military Wives Choir in Concert * Saturday 2 December, 11am Papworth Hospital Christmas Carol Service * Sunday 3 December, 6pm Advent Procession with Carols Tuesday 5 December, 9pm Advent Compline Friday 8 December, 7.30pm ‘Through Music We Care’ - A Christmas concert
featuring the Band of The Household Cavalry * Saturday 9 December, 3pm Christingle Service in aid of the Children’s Society Sunday 10 December, 5.15pm The Big Christmas Tree Lights Switch-on Service Tuesday 12 December, 1pm Pre-School Christmas Celebration Tuesday 12 December, 9pm Advent Compline Thursday 14 December, 10.30am Christmas Stories and Songs Thursday 14 December, 6.30pm Festal Evensong to mark the 25th Anniversary of the Order of St Etheldreda
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Saturday 16 December, 2pm Community Christmas Carol Sing-a-long Sunday 17 December, 4pm Evensong featuring Britten’s Ceremony of Carols Sunday 17 December, 6.30pm Space@6.30 - Advent Taizé Service Tuesday 19 December, 9pm Advent Compline Wednesday 20 December, 10am Christmas Holiday Drop-in - ‘Christmas Crafts’ Friday 22 December, 7.30pm ‘Hark! The Herald’ Traditional Carol Concert * Saturday 23 December, 3pm Children’s Crib Service with Midnight the Donkey Saturday 23 December, 6pm Cathedral Carol Service (1) Sunday 24 December, 3pm Children’s Crib Service with Daisy the Donkey Sunday 24 December, 6pm Cathedral Carol Service (2) Sunday 24 December, 11.30pm Midnight Mass Monday 25 December, 10.30am Christmas Day Sung Eucharist Monday 25 December, Noon Christmas Day Community Lunch Monday 25 December, 4pm Christmas Day Evensong Sunday 31 December, 4pm ‘Come and Sing’ Carols
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Star of Bethlehem 28 November - 25 January
Throughout December and January Ely Cathedral invite you to come and experience an eye catching light display inspired by the Star of Bethlehem. The actual design is made up of a transparent screen which projects an abstract image and using latest technology and laser beams, creates the impression of a magnificent Star hovering above the Nave of the Cathedral. Visitors will be able to engage with the installation by controlling the shape and colour of the Star via an iPad at ground level. The modern day work of art was created by artist Jayson Haebich and will be in situ at Ely Cathedral from 28 November for eight weeks. This is only the second time this unique installation has been on public display in the UK. (This installation was kindly sponsored by The Friends of Ely Cathedral)
Ely Cathedral Gift Shops
Our festive themed gift shops are brimming with seasonal merchandise including cards, wrapping paper, decorations and baubles. Both our shops, located inside the Cathedral and on the High Street, provide a unique Christmas shopping experience offering an exceptional selection of jewellery, books, accessories and homeware.
The Refectory Café is located inside the Cathedral and is an idea place for lunch and light refreshments including home-made scones and mince pies. This cosy, friendly café is a perfect ‘pit stop’ after a busy day shopping with an opportunity to admire the Cathedral’s magnificent 30ft high Christmas tree.
The Almonry Restaurant
In an enviable position overlooking the Cathedral, The Almonry boasts a13th century vaulted undercroft where you can enjoy locally sourced, home cooked food throughout the festive season. A popular place to meet for lunch or afternoon tea, The Almonry is also open every Friday and Saturday night for evening dining and can be booked as a private hire venue for your Christmas celebrations. Ely Cathedral, Ely, Cambridgeshire CB7 4DL Tel: 01353 667735 Email: receptionist@elycathedral.org
Front cover image: Debbie Bellaby Illustration for The Friends of Ely Cathedral Christmas card available from our shops.