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Carols at Christmas 2023

Carols at Christmas 2019

Tuesday 19th December 2023

Chapel of St Augustine, Tonbridge School, High Street, Tonbridge, TN9 1JP

Carols at Christmas are back and will be twice as much fun this year, with not only one, but two concerts! A new family service, starting at an earlier time of 2:30pm, along with our evening service, starting at 6:30pm.

St Augustine's Chapel with a full congreation

Family service

Doors to this magical afternoon of Christmas entertainment opens at 2pm, and the service will begin at 2:30pm lasting approximately 1 hour.

We will hear songs from Hilden Grange primary school choir. We are also being supported by ” Once Upon a Wish” who will make this a memorable afternoon for all, with games, festive readings and lots of opportunities to sing along with familiar festive songs.

Ticket price: 

  • Adult £15
  • Children £7 (Aged 2-16. Children under 2 go free)
Carols at Christmas 2019

Evening service

Our traditional evening service returns to the Chapel of St Augustine with doors opening at 6pm, and the service beginning at 6:30pm.

You can look forward to an evening of seasonal, uplifting performances  from soloist Jocelyn Coates, two local school choirs and musician Elizabeth Harris. There will be lots of opportunities to sing along with familiar carols and we will hear readings from people close to the Hospice including Flight Lieutenant Colin Bell a 102 year old World War Two Veteran.

For a little extra you can join the Hospice team at a special reception after the concert with mulled wine and mince pies.

Ticket costs:

  • Adult £30
  • Children (under 16) £15
  • VIP (includes reception with mulled wine and mince pies)£45

Carols at Christmas location map

The event will take place at the Chapel of St Augustine at Tonbridge School.

Additional information

Car parking

There is a limited amount of parking in the sports club, which is just a 10 minute walk from the chapel. Guests are encouraged to park in other local car parks and residential streets. We encourage the use of public transport or walking where possible. Other public car parks can be found in Tonbridge.

There is disabled parking available in The Quad car park to the right of the chapel. If you require disabled parking, please contact us at fundraising@hospiceintheweald.org.uk.

A drop off area will be available for those who might struggle with the distance of the main car park to the Chapel. If you would like to use this service, please contact us at fundraising@hospiceintheweald.org.uk

Will I need to bring tickets?

Your confirmation email serves as your ticket, no physical tickets will be sent.

Toilets

There are toilets available to the left of the chapel and in the Orchard Centre.

For any queries regarding these events, please contact the fundraising team by emailing fundraising@hospiceintheweald.org.uk or by calling 01892 820533