Celtic Carols By Candlelight

'Good people all, this Christmas-time'…'

Evoking the spirit of the ancient Celtic church, Olivia's alternative carol concert explores Advent and Christmas through the eyes of pioneering Irish monks, Anglo-Saxon bards, warrior kings and Northumbrian saints. The hour-long performance features a haunting accoustic programme of carols, hymns, chants and dance tunes drawn from as far back as the 6th century. The ancient languages of Britain and Ireland are heard accompanied by resonant drones and the ethereal strains of the Celtic harp.

Designed for performance in historic churches of all shapes and sizes, half of the proceeds from each performances go towards the upkeep and care of each respective venue.

Celtic Carols By Candlelight was performed for the first time in the stunning surrounds of the historic Holy Trinity Goodramgate, York, in December 2024. The show toured rural and urban churches and abbeys in Yorkshire throughout November & December of 2025 with multiple sell-out performances.

2026 Tour

Now in its third year, Celtic Carols By Candlelight is set to tour Northern churches and abbeys again in November and December 2026!

If you would like to explore the possibility of bringing the show to your church in 2027, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

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