Princess of Wales hosts ‘Together at Christmas’ Carol Service

The Princess of Wales has hosted the ‘Together at Christmas’ Carol Service at Westminster Abbey.

The Princess was joined by her husband and children, and several other members of the royal family, such as the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester.

The carol service is meant to “bring people together to celebrate love in all its forms – whether it’s love within families, through friendships, across
communities, or powerful moments of kindness between strangers. The service will celebrate individuals from across the UK who may have dedicated or volunteered their time to be present with others, led initiatives that bring people in their community together, or offered a helping hand to those
around them.”

Readings linked to the theme of love, compassion and connection were delivered by several speakers, including the Prince of Wales, Kate Winslet, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Babatunde Aléshé and Joe Locke. They were accompanied by pianist Paul Gladstone Reid. Over 1,600 people from across the country were invited to the service.

The event will be broadcast as part of Royal Carols: Together At Christmas, a special programme airing on ITV1 and ITVX on Christmas Eve with a repeat showing on Christmas Day morning.