'A Candlelit Christmas Evening' in memory of Dame Stephanie Shirley

Tue Dec 16 2025 at 07:30 pm to 09:15 pm UTC+00:00

Dorchester Abbey | Dorchester

Autism at Kingwood
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'A Candlelit Christmas Evening'  in memory of Dame Stephanie Shirley
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Dominic West & Juliet Stevenson host this magical candlelit evening, accompanied by Magdalen Choir, followed by mince pies and mulled wine.
About this Event

Lit up by a thousand candles, this is a truly magical event at Dorchester Abbey in Dorchester-on-Thames, Oxfordshire. This year, Juliet Stevenson and Dominic West will read from Dame Stephanie's books and provide festive readings, accompanied by the beautiful voices of the Magdalen College Choir, conducted by Mark Williams.

After the hour-long concert, guests are invited to a glass of mulled wine (or a non-alcoholic alternative) and a mince pie.

Please note:

  • Doors will open at 18:00
  • Tickets are not numbered
  • Premium ticket holders are allocated pews in the front third of the nave

Signed copies of Dame Stephanie's autobiography 'Let IT Go' will be available to purchase.

We are grateful for the support of the . To book a discounted stay at the hotel - Bed and breakfast at £95 per room or Dinner, Bed & Breakfast event rate of £140 per double room please call the hotel on 01865 340074 option 1 to reserve your reservation.

Thanks to , , , , , South Oxfordshire & Vale of the White Horse District Councils, for supporting our event.



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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Dorchester Abbey, High Street, Dorchester, United Kingdom

Tickets

GBP 38.62 to GBP 65.71

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