Blackburn Cathedral Presents: A Ceremony of Carols 2026
Blackburn Cathedral hosts an evening concert highlighting two classical Christmas works. The first half presents Olivier Messiaen's organ piece 'La Nativité du Seigneur', performed by Director of Music John Robinson. After the interval, the junior Cathedral choristers perform Benjamin Britten's 'A Ceremony of Carols' accompanied by harp.
Sat, Dec 19, 2026 Under 16 with guardian
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Parking
There is no onsite parking; several public car parks are nearby.
Accessibility
The Cathedral provides level access into and around the building and is wheelchair friendly, though some surfaces are old and uneven.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Use one of the nearby public car parks, as there is no onsite parking at the Cathedral.
- Consider travelling by bus or train; the Cathedral is two minutes from the interchange and railway station.
- Take care on the Cathedral’s old, uneven surfaces, even though the building has level access throughout.
- Arrange for a guardian to accompany anyone under 16, as under-16s cannot attend alone.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What music is included in the concert?
The first half features Olivier Messiaen’s organ work ‘La Nativité du Seigneur’, performed by Director of Music John Robinson. After the interval, junior Cathedral choristers perform Benjamin Britten’s ‘A Ceremony of Carols’ with harp.
Can children attend on their own?
Under-16s must be accompanied by a guardian.
Is there parking at the Cathedral?
There is no onsite parking, but several public car parks are nearby.
Can I get there by public transport?
The Cathedral is two minutes from the bus interchange and railway station.
Is the Cathedral wheelchair accessible?
Yes. There is level access into and around the building, though some old, uneven surfaces require care.
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