Concerts and carols
A Dickensian Christmas by candlelight
About
What to expect
A candlelight performance of A Christmas Carol in words and music, back in the West End for the fifth year running.
- Carols sung by Covent Garden Carollers Vocal Quartet
- Carols from Dickens's own time
- Readings by acting legend Don Gallagher
- Carols for all to sing
- Accompanied by the famous Willis pipe organ
- Including O Come, All Ye Faithful
Questions
When does A Dickensian Christmas by candlelight start and end?
A Dickensian Christmas by candlelight runs Saturday, 19 December 2026.
Where is A Dickensian Christmas by candlelight?
A Dickensian Christmas by candlelight takes place at A Dickensian Christmas by candlelight, Bloomsbury Central Baptist Church, 235, Shaftesbury Avenue, London.
How much are tickets for A Dickensian Christmas by candlelight?
Tickets for A Dickensian Christmas by candlelight cost from £19 on the official ticket shop.
What happens at the concert?
Carols from Dickens's own time, sung by the Covent Garden Carollers Vocal Quartet
Readings from Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol by Don Gallagher
Carols for all to sing, accompanied by the Willis pipe organ
Carols include O Come, All Ye Faithful, Once in Royal David's City and Hark the Herald Angels Sing
How do I book?
Book online through DesignMyNight: https://www.designmynight.com/london/whats-on/christmas-themed/a-dickensian-christmas-by-candlelight-3
Is seating reserved?
No. Seating is unreserved and allocated on arrival.
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Getting there
A Dickensian Christmas by candlelight, Bloomsbury Central Baptist Church, 235, Shaftesbury Avenue, WC2H 8EP London, England, GB
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