Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols by Candlelight

A free candlelit Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols at Selby Abbey, with readings, carols from the Abbey Choir and mulled wine afterwards.

A candlelit service built around nine Bible readings telling of the fall of humanity, the promise of the Messiah and the birth of Jesus. The readings are interspersed with carols sung by the Abbey Choir, who also lead the congregation in traditional Christmas hymns including Once in Royal David's City, Silent Night and O Come All Ye Faithful. After the service, clergy and choir invite attendees to join them for mulled wine and mince pies.