
Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols at Truro Cathedral
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The Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols will be held at Truro Cathedral on 24 December 2026 at 19:00. This historic Christmas service, which originated in Truro, features a sequence of Bible readings and carols that narrate the Christmas story. The service is open to all and will also be live-streamed for those unable to attend in person.
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@trurocathdral.org.uk Key L
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Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols at Truro Cathedral takes place on Thursday, 24 December 2026 at 19:00.
Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols at Truro Cathedral is held at Truro.
Tickets for Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols at Truro Cathedral can be booked via visittruro.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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The Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols will be held at Truro Cathedral on 24 December 2026 at 19:00. This historic Christmas service, which originated in Truro, features a sequence of Bible readings and carols that narrate the Christmas story. The service is open to all and will also be live-streamed for those unable to attend in person.
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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@trurocathdral.org.uk Key L
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Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols at Truro Cathedral takes place on Thursday, 24 December 2026 at 19:00.
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Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols at Truro Cathedral is held at Truro.
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