Christmas Carol Service 2021
Festival of Lessons and Carols for Christmas
Wednesday 15 December 2021 19:00
EVENT NOTICE
"It is with great regret that we have taken the decision to not allow guests at our live Festival of Lessons and Carols service.
The rapidly evolving situation relating to the COVID-19 Omicron variant means we feel this is the best course of action as to go ahead would be putting our supporters at an unnecessary risk. We are hugely disappointed not to be able to welcome you in-person but the service will be available virtually via this link Combat Stress Carol Service. We hope you will be able to join us in this way instead.
These are difficult and challenging times for us all but I do hope you will support us in this decision.
Over 300 guests will enjoy an unforgettable evening at the spiritual home of the Household Division. Share with us a festive evening of traditional Christmas carols and seasonal readings, led by the Chapel Choir and accompanied by other musicians and celebrity readers.
If you would like to join us after the service for a sparkling drinks reception and festive canapés in the Officers’ Mess, please select the Service and Reception ticket option when booking. We look forward to seeing you there.
If you are unable to make this year’s event in person you can still join our beloved Carol Service by live streaming on the night. Book your tickets below (a suggested £10 donation per guest), heat up the mulled wine and mince pies and raise your voices with us to celebrate the Christmas season.
When: Wednesday 15 December 2021 19:00
Where: Wellington Barracks, Birdcage Walk, London SW1E 6HQ
If you have any questions call Sue 01372 587 148 or send us an email
COVID-19 Information
At present we are following national church guidelines which states that wearing masks is not compulsory; however we understand if our guests wish to do so. Please be aware that this advice is subject to change and we will let you know of any changes to our guidance and plans as quickly as possible.
Please note that while the chapel has a capacity of 550, to ensure the safety of all our guests and staff, our capacity for this event will be 300. We will also be running a live steam of the event on the day, for those who cannot attend in person.
SEASONAL READINGS
Thank you to all our readers
Kate Davies CBE
Director of Health and Justice, Armed Forces and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs) for NHS England
Lieutenant Colonel Ady L Hunter MBE
Commanding Officer, London Central Garrison, Wellington Barracks
Rebecca Foran-Coutts
Business Analyst and VetNet Rep, BAE Systems Applied Intelligence
Laura Hendrikx
Research Assistant, Combat Stress
Dame Maureen Lipman DBE
British television, theatre, film and radio actress. Author, comedian and activist.
Jim Oakshott Royal Navy, Veteran
Tom Tugendhat MBE VR MP
Member of Parliament for Tonbridge and Mallin
Fenella Woolgar
British Film, Television and Theatre actress
Register here
Book your tickets below if you have any questions please contact events@combatstress.org.uk
EVENT SPONSORS
BAE Systems - Service Sponsor
Southdown Holdings Ltd
SecureCloud+ - Hospitality Sponsor
Supporter comments from 2020
“I just wanted to thank you and CS for the splendid service last night. I really felt as though I was in the church again! The choir, as always, was magnificent and the service kicked off our Christmas as it always has.”
“Thank you so much for last evening’s service. It was excellent! The singing and the readings were perfect. Well done to everyone…. Thank you also for the Order of Service and the little candle which arrived with us in very good time.”
“Please pass our thanks to everyone involved in tonight's beautiful Carol service. It was just what we needed to kick-start this very special season during such an awful time.”