St Bartholomew's window logo with a star above it

Christmas at St Bartholomew's

Come let us adore Him

We're delighted to welcome all of Edgbaston, and beyond, to come together and celebrate the wonder of Christmas with us.

Whether it’s our traditional Carols by Candlelight service, the organised chaos of our Christmas Eve Crib Service, or breakfast, carols and the Christmas story for all the family on Christmas Day, we really hope there’ll be something for everyone.

We hope you can join us! Scroll down for more details.

Carol services

All Age Carol Service
Sunday 6th December, 10.30am

Christmas carols accompanied by a live band, and an exploration of the Christmas story suitable for all ages.

Followed by Church Family Lunch and Open House at the Vicarage; get in touch for more details.

Carols by Candlelight
Sunday 13th December, 6pm for mulled wine; 6.30pm service

Edgbaston Golf Club invite all service-goers for dinner afterwards (£21 per person); contact the Golf Club (see below) if you would like to book.

A lit lamp on the church wall beneath snow-laden yew branches
Stained glass window showing the Nativity and the Magi bringing gifts

Christmas Eve

Crib Service
Thursday 24th December, 3pm

Come dressed as your favourite character from the Christmas story or borrow a costume from us!

Midnight Communion
Thursday 24th December, 11.00pm

A traditional service to welcome in Christmas Day with a celebration of the Lord’s Supper.

Christmas Day

Christmas Day Celebration
Friday 25th December, breakfast from 10.00am, service at 10.30am

Join with the whole St Bartholomew’s church family for a joyful celebration of Jesus’s birth!

Enjoy a festive breakfast with us in the church building from 10.00am – all welcome, no need to book!

A short service of Holy Communion will follow our main gathering, from 11.30am.

St Bartholomew's Church in snow under a warm sky, with the nave, porch and a yew tree

Starting Monday 25th January 2027

The Alpha Course

Alpha is a series of group conversations that freely explore the basics of the Christian faith in an open, friendly environment. Everyone’s welcome. No matter your background or beliefs, you’re invited.