Art & Culture, Christmas

Christmas Day

25th Dec 25, 8:00am - 5:15pm
Location: York Minster
Telephone:
01904 557200 Call Us
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May the joy of the angels, the eagerness of the shepherds, the perseverance of the magi, the obedience of Mary and Joseph, and the peace of the Christ Child be yours this Christmas.

Travel in heart and mind to Bethlehem as York Minster celebrates the arrival of Jesus Christ, light of the world.

8am: Holy Communion from the Book of Common Prayer

10am: Choral Matins sung by the Choir of York Minster

11am: Sung Eucharist sung by the Choir of York Minster. The Most Reverend and Right Honourable Stephen Cottrell, Archbishop of York, will preach at this service.

4pm: Choral Evensong sung by the Choir of York Minster.

No booking is required for these services.

The cathedral will be open free of charge from 12.45pm – 3.30pm.

York Minster Opening Hours

General visiting:

Mon – Sat: 9.30am – 5pm (last admission 4pm)

Sun: 12.45pm – 3.30pm (last admission at 2.30pm).

Please note these opening hours are subject to change. Please check our website for the most up to date information.

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