The Royal Family joined the Princess of Wales for the third annual ‘Together at Christmas’ Carol Service at Westminster Abbey on December 8th. Spearheaded by the Princess, and supported by the Royal Foundation, the service is a moment to bring people together at Christmas time and recognise those who have gone above and beyond to help others throughout the year.
Linked to Her Royal Highness’ Shaping Us campaign, the service showcased the hope of new life and why it is so important to build supportive, nurturing worlds around children and the adults in their lives.
Combining traditional and modern elements to encompass people of all faiths and none, the service saw the world-renowned Westminster Abbey choir perform some of the nation’s most beloved carols, alongside musical performances by guests including Jacob Collier, Freya Ridings and James Bay, and a special duet from Beverley Knight and Adam Lambert. Poignant readings were delivered by speakers including the Prince of Wales, Micheal Ward, Emma Willis, Roman Kemp, and Jim Broadbent.
A specially commissioned poem written by Joseph Coelho, the Children’s Laureate, was read by Leonie Elliott.
The Princess of Wales was joined by the Prince, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis
The Duchess of Edinburgh
Peter Phillips and Zara Tindall
Princess Beatrice and Count Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi
Princess Eugenie
Michael and Carole Middleton
The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester
Lady Sarah (wearing Princess Margaret’s Star Brooch and Diamond Star Earrings) and Daniel Chatto
Prince Michael of Kent and Lady Gabriella Kingston
Lord and Lady Frederick Windsor
Pippa and James Mathews
The event will be broadcast as part of ‘Royal Carols: Together At Christmas’, a special programme, airing at 7:45pm on ITV1 and ITV X on Christmas Eve. The broadcast will feature additional content including an introduction from the Princess of Wales and films which bring to life the importance of early childhood and celebrate the remarkable contribution people in our communities are making to support the very youngest members of our society during those crucial early years.
The service will see Westminster Abbey filled with sustainable, eco-friendly festive decorations, providing a beautiful Christmas backdrop, nodding to the theme of children and families. New features this year include a Christmas Post Box located outside the Abbey for children to send handmade Christmas cards and best wishes to other children who might be struggling this year.
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