Canterbury Cathedral presents Handel's Messiah by Candlelight
Visitors experience an intimate candlelit performance of Handel’s Messiah in the surroundings of Canterbury Cathedral’s Quire. The cathedral’s girl choristers and Lay Clerks take the stage alongside period instrument ensemble The Harmonious Society of Tickle-Fiddle Gentlemen. A line-up of soloists joins the musicians to perform Handel's enduring classical work.
What to Expect
Performed by cathedral choristers and period instruments in the Quire.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Canterbury Cathedral
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Classical music and choral concert fans
Vibe
Intimate and candlelit
Energy Level
Low
Budget
££
Photo Friendly
Low
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: 7:30 pm.
Tips & Advice
- Seating is unreserved, so arrive when the doors open if you want to choose where you sit in the Quire.
- If you have a promo or voucher code, enter it at the payment stage, because that's where the booking system applies it.
- Every ticket carries a non-refundable booking fee, so check the number of tickets and the date before you pay.
Special Events & Promotions
- Voucher codes can be used at the payment stage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is performing?
The girl choristers and Lay Clerks of Canterbury Cathedral perform with the period instrument ensemble The Harmonious Society of Tickle-Fiddle Gentlemen and a line-up of critically acclaimed soloists.
What kind of concert is it?
It's an intimate candlelit performance of Handel's Messiah in the cathedral's Quire.
Are seats reserved?
No. Standard tickets are for unreserved seating.
Can I use a voucher or promo code?
Yes. Enter voucher codes at the payment stage when you book.
Who runs the concert?
Canterbury Cathedral organises, manages and delivers it. Tickets are sold through the Canterbury Festival box office.
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