Christmas Candlelight Concert
Enjoy an enchanting candlelit Christmas concert in the Old Palace, featuring the London String Trio & Quartet.
As candlelight fills the historic Great Hall of the Old Palace, settle in for an enchanting evening of live Christmas music at Hatfield Park.
Taking place in the Old Palace, this special concert brings together much-loved carols and seasonal music in a remarkable historic setting.
An Evening of Festive Music by Candlelight
Enjoy a spectacular concert set against the warm glow of candlelight in the Great Hall of the Old Palace, a historic venue of international renown where Queen Elizabeth I spent her childhood and later held her first Council of State as the young Queen.
This exclusive concert is performed by the London String Trio & Quartet, with a specially curated programme featuring elegant interpretations of music spanning the decades, combining classical tradition with familiar Christmas favourites.
Experience one of Hatfield Park’s most significant historic spaces in a different way, as the Great Hall provides a magnificent candlelit setting for an evening of music.
Suitable for all ages, our Christmas Candlelight Concert at the Old Palace offers a delightful way to enjoy the spirit of the season.
Concert highlights
- Hear much-loved Christmas carols and seasonal favourites performed live.
- Enjoy a performance by the London String Trio & Quartet.
- Experience candlelight in the Great Hall of the Old Palace, the Tudor childhood home of Queen Elizabeth I.
- Share a unique festive occasion with family and friends.
With a limited number of seats available, early booking is recommended.
Date and schedule
Saturday 5th December
- 5.45pm – Doors open.
- 6.30pm – Concert begins.
The London String Trio & Quartet
The London String Trio & Quartet is a professional ensemble based in London. Its musicians have trained and performed together for more than 20 years, appearing with leading orchestras, in West End theatre productions, and on high-profile recordings.
The ensemble has performed internationally with artists including Adele, Rihanna, Muse, Alesha Dixon, Bastille, Jessie J, Cher, and Michael Bublé. Its credits include The BRIT Awards, The Royal Variety Performance, Strictly Come Dancing, and The Graham Norton Show.
Known for their clarity, balance, and attention to musical detail, the musicians bring together violin, viola, and cello to create a rich, elegant sound for this festive performance.
Parking
Guests arriving by car should enter via George’s Gate for the main visitors’ car park (AL9 5HX).
Parking is free of charge.
How to find us
Hatfield Park is just 21 miles north of London on the eastern side of Hatfield.
DIRECTIONS
Where is Hatfield Park?
Our Address
Hatfield Park
Station Lodge, Hatfield, Hertfordshire,
AL9 5HX
Key travel information
Exit the A1(M) at junction 4 (after the Hatfield Tunnel if travelling from the South) and follow the brown leisure signs for Hatfield House via the A414 and A1000. For Sat Nav, please use AL9 5HX
