Olivia Graham: Celtic Carols By Candlelight

Folk musician Olivia Graham performs an hour of candlelit Celtic carols, hymns and storytelling about the Northumbrian saints at All Saints' Parish Church, Ilkley.

Celtic Carols By Candlelight is an hour-long show of traditional music and storytelling that reimagines the Advent and Christmas season through the eyes of 7th-century Celtic Christians in the North. Haunting carols, hymns and chants drawn from historical sources are woven into tales of the saints of Northumbria. Created by folk musician Olivia Graham for performance in historic churches, the show is now in its third year of touring, including sell-out performances in 2025. Doors open at 5:30 PM and the candlelight element varies by venue according to each church's requirements.