Festive favourite events set to return to Harbour Church Portsmouth to spread some Christmas cheer

During December, Harbour Church Portsmouth is putting on a wide range of Covid-secure events which are free for the public to attend.

Two events in particular have become firm favourites for fulfilling all those festive needs over the past few years, and they will return this month.

A Pompey Christmas Carol is this year's Portsmouth-based pantomime, filled with plenty of favourite songs with a twist.

An action-packed festive family musical comedy, this show promises to be perfect for families with kids. Showings are at 10am, 2pm and 4pm on December 13.

Sarah Jeffery, associate pastor, said: ‘We love Christmas at Harbour Church, and want it to be an event we can celebrate with the whole city! This year has been tough for so many people, so we want to put on a fun and joy-filled show for anyone of any age to enjoy and have fun together as a family.

‘A Pompey Christmas Carol is a funny twist on the classic tale, celebrating all things great about Pompey and Christmas. With spectacular musical numbers and free Christmassy drinks and kids party bags, there really is something for everyone. Sign up quick before all the tickets sell out!’

Another much-loved event is Carols by Candlelight, which is many people's favourite Christmas tradition.

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The beautiful Georgian Church of St George’s, Portsea, is filled with twinkly lights and candles held by viewers while musicians perform. Showings are at 4pm, 5:30pm and 7pm on December 20.

Jess Locke, head of communications and culture for Harbour Church Portsmouth, said: 'Carols by Candlelight is always my favourite event of the season. There's just something about being all together, listening to the songs you've known most of your life in the beautiful church lit only by candles that gets you feeling festive like nothing else.’

Plenty of other events are taking place for people to enjoy, including the Christmas Eve Show and the classic Midnight Mass to see in Christmas Day.

For more information, visit harbourchurchportsmouth.org/christmas where tickets can be reserved through an online booking system.

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