Christchurch Priory Concerts

We turned up at Christchurch priory right at the end of the day. No entrance fee although you can give a donation (and they have those suggested donation 5 quid tap things). We had a quick wonder about, with as much time as the kids would give us, before heading back outside and down the walks outside. Beautiful place!

There is no entrance fee. Just give a donation. Very knowledgeable chap greeted us at the door. He is on duty on Thursdays. Unfortunately, we waited forty minutes to see the back half due to communion taking place. If we had known, we would have visited at a different time. There are very clean toilets in the right, plus a cafe (which was unfortunately closed due to the holidays)

Two visits in two days! Last night was a Christmas Carol Service. As a venue I doubt there is anywhere in the world that can match the Priory. The choir were wonderful and the lighting was excellent. Today we took our grandson to see the Snowman, it was spectacular so typically English and festive. The orchestra were excellent and very colourful in their Christmas outfits . The young lady who did the solo of the Snowman was brilliant, well done to her. I think the only thing that could have made it better was to have a huge fall of snow ❄️ maybe next year.

The priory is a beautiful place with considerable history. Located in a beautiful situation with walks to the harbour and the high street. They also often put on events like concerts and fayres and have developed a lovely cafe offering good food at reasonable prices.

Priory is fascinating with a rich history. We were so lucky on the day of our visit as the Organist was practicing for a concert and the sound from the organ is simply spectacular. There is a museum, gift shop and cafe plus plenty of grounds to wander. A must see if you are in Christchurch.