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Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols at Truro Cathedral

Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols at Truro Cathedral

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The Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols at Truro Cathedral takes place on 23 December 2026, celebrating a Christmas tradition that originated in Truro. The service features a sequence of Bible readings and carols, recounting the Christmas story in a historic setting. Attendance is open to all, with the option to watch the service live-streamed on Truro Cathedral’s YouTube channel.

Experience a Christmas tradition with its roots right here in Truro. The Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols , now celebrated in Anglican churches around the world, was originally devised by the first Bishop of Truro . Today, the tradition continues at Truro Cathedral , offering visitors the opportunity to experience this historic Christmas service in the city where it began. Through a sequence of Bible readings and carols, the service tells the story of Christmas within the atmospheric setting of Truro Cathedral. All are welcome to attend. For those unable to be there in person, the service will also be live-streamed on Truro Cathedral’s YouTube channel at 7.00pm , with a recording available to watch afterwards. A Christmas Tradition That Began in Truro The Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols has become part of Christmas celebrations across the world, but its connection with Truro gives the service a particularly special significance for the city. For visitors spending Christmas in Truro, it is an opportunity to experience an important part of the city’s heritage while enjoying one of the season’s most enduring traditions in the surroundings of Truro Cathedral. Please check Truro Cathedral’s website for the latest service information before attending. Further information: This event will be held at Truro Cathedral, Saint Mary's Street, Truro, UK You can email the event organiser at info@trurocathdral.org.uk You can email the event organiser at info@trurocathedral.org.uk Key

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Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols at Truro Cathedral takes place on Wednesday, 23 December 2026 at 19:00.

Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols at Truro Cathedral is held at Truro.

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