Christmas by candlelight at 235 Shaftesbury Avenue
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Christmas by Candlelight Concerts at Bloomsbury Central, 235 Shaftesbury Avenue
This concert series offers Christmas music performances by top London musicians at Bloomsbury Central, suitable for all ages and music lovers.
Experience Christmas concerts gently lit by candlelight in the elegant setting of Bloomsbury Central. The event is hosted by Belmont Ensemble and is not affiliated with the Fever Original Candlelight series.
Ticket Options and Seating
- Band A: Ground floor seating
- Band B: Balcony seating (some balcony seats have restricted views)
- Concession tickets (children, full-time students, seniors over 65): Access to all ground floor and balcony areas, except VIP front row seats
Seating is unreserved and assigned on arrival, except VIP front row seats.
General Information
- Dates and times: Select preferred dates and times when booking
- Duration: Approximately 1 hour per concert
- Location: Bloomsbury Central, 235 Shaftesbury Avenue, London
- Age requirement: All ages welcome; children need a concession ticket
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible via main entrance only
Programme Schedule
- Friday 11 December, 6pm and 8pm: Christmas with The English Chamber Choir - a selection of carols and Christmas music
- Saturday 12 December, 5pm and 7:30pm: Christmas Carols with Barts Chamber Choir - favourite Christmas carols
- Saturday 19 and Wednesday 23 December, 5pm and 7:30pm: A Dickensian Christmas - music by Covent Garden Carollers and readings of 'A Christmas Carol' by Don Gallagher
- Monday 21 December, 5pm and 7:30pm, and Thursday 24 December, 3pm and 5pm: Christmas Carols with Belmont Voices and Trafalgar Singers
- Tuesday 22 December, 5pm and 7:30pm: Vivaldi - The Four Seasons at Christmas with Trafalgar Sinfonia
- Saturday 26 December, 3pm and 5:30pm: Gershwin - Rhapsody in Blue, Beethoven - Moonlight Sonata, Mozart - Piano Sonata in C Major K.545, Ravel - Ondine from Gaspard de la nuit, Viktor Erik Emanuel - piano
Experience Details
Enjoy Christmas music and carols performed by acclaimed ensembles under candlelight, creating a seasonal atmosphere at Bloomsbury Central.
Book tickets in advance to secure your preferred date and seating. Arrive early to choose the best available unreserved seats. Consider wheelchair accessibility when planning your visit.
Available Dates
November 2026 1 dates
Sat 21st Nov
December 2026 8 dates
Fri 11th Dec
Sat 12th Dec
Sat 19th Dec
Mon 21st Dec
Tue 22nd Dec
Wed 23rd Dec
Frequently Asked Questions
Christmas by Candlelight is a series of candlelit concerts featuring top musicians in London at Bloomsbury Central, 235 Shaftesbury Avenue.
The event takes place at Bloomsbury Central, located at 235 Shaftesbury Avenue, London.
The concerts are seasonal and typically held during the Christmas period; check the event website for current dates and times.
Yes, all ages are welcome, but children require a concession ticket for entry to the concerts in London.
Each concert lasts approximately one hour, providing an accessible seasonal music experience in London.
Yes, Bloomsbury Central at 235 Shaftesbury Avenue is wheelchair accessible through the main entrance only.
Tickets can usually be purchased online; check the official event website for current ticketing options and availability.
The concerts feature seasonal and classical music performed by London’s finest musicians in a candlelit setting.
Yes, ticket options include different seating categories such as Band A on the ground floor; details are available on the event website.
Photography policies vary, so it's best to consult the event organizers or the website for rules regarding photos during the concerts in London.
