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Two services consisting of nine special readings, carols sung by the Choir of York Minster and hymns for everyone to join in. A traditional Christmas celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ.
Free tickets must be booked in advance for both services.
Tickets for the service on Saturday 23 December will be available on Tuesday 12 December at 10am and tickets for the service on Sunday 24 December will be available on Thursday 14 December at 10am via this page or by calling 01904 557200.
A maximum of four tickets can be reserved with each booking, children over the age of two need their own seat.
Tickets are valid for the specified service only. We kindly ask that if you have booked tickets and cannot attend the service, to please return them so others can enjoy the services of Nine Lessons and Carols. You can do this by contacting our Bookings Team on 01904 557200.
Doors will open at 3pm.
The service on Sunday 24 December at 4pm will also be livestreamed via York Minster's YouTube channel and this page so you can enjoy the service from the comfort of your own home.
York Minster Opening Hours
General visiting:
Mon – Sat: 9.30am – 4.00pm (last admission 3.30pm)
Sun: 12.45pm – 3.15pm (last admission at 2.45pm).
Please note these opening hours are subject to change. Please check our website for the most up to date information.