Trussell's Evening of Carols 2024 - Edinburgh
Tuesday, 3 December 2024, 19:00
🎄 Join us for our annual Evening of Carols! 🎶
We’re thrilled to invite you to a heartwarming evening of Christmas carols, celebrity readings, and inspiring stories, all in support of Trussell, an anti-poverty charity and community of food banks who work together to ensure no one in the UK needs a food bank to survive.
✨ Event Highlights:
- Traditional Christmas Carols by candlelight: Sing along to your favorite carols, performed by a fantastic gospel choir.
- Celebrity Guests: Enjoy special readings from actor Sanjeev Kohli and author Val McDermid.
- Inspiring Stories: Hear inspiring stories from people that highlight the hardship being faced by communities across the UK and the incredible work being done by Trussell food banks as they support people left without enough money to live on.
By joining us on this very special evening, you'll not only experience the hope of the festive season but also contribute to a vital cause. Together, we can support families in need and work towards a future where no one has to rely on a food bank to get by.
🎟️ Tickets are on sale now! Don't miss out on this unforgettable evening filled with festive music and hope. Every ticket sold brings us one step closer to ending hunger together. We can’t wait to see you there!
Find out more about Trussell here
Please note that photographs and footage will be taken throughout the Trussell's Evening of Carols 2024. These will be used by Trussell for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website, in emails and in social media. Please contact the event organiser if you have any concerns or if you wish to be exempted from this activity.
FAQs
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
There is step-free access to the cathedral and a ramp just inside the building when you enter. Please read more about St Giles' accessibility here.
If you have any questions or specific access needs, please get in touch with us on [email protected] – we'd love to help.
What time will the event finish?
The concert will start at 7.00pm and we expect it to finish by approximately 8:15pm.
What time do the doors open?
Doors will open at 6.30pm and the concert will start at 7.00pm.
What seating options are available?
Seating for the general public is unreserved and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that some seating is reserved for VIP guests and some seats have restricted views due to cathedral pillars.
What’s the best way to get to the venue?
Being at the heart of Edinburgh, St Giles’ is easily accessible by bus and trains. Please visit their website for more detail to assist in planning your journey: https://www.stgilescathedral.org.uk/getting-here
Are refreshments available at the concert?
Unfortunately, no refreshments are available at the concert.
Is there an age limit?
Children must be over 12 years old, and all children under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
Are there toilets at the venue?
In general, toilets are not available for the public at St Giles', however they are happy to make exceptions for medical reasons or emergencies. For more information, please visit: https://www.stgilescathedral.org.uk/access
Trussell is the operating name of The Trussell Trust a registered charity in England & Wales (1110522) and Scotland (SC044246). Registered Limited Company in England & Wales (5434524).
