Experience Christmas Like Never Before – The Angels are Coming!

This November, step into a world of wonder as the Cathedral is transformed by The Angels are Coming! – an awe-inspiring light and sound spectacular by the award-winning artistic collaboration, Luxmuralis.

As Advent approaches, immerse yourself in a magical, modern celebration of Christmas. Stunning light displays, mesmerising projections, and beautiful music fill every corner of the space—guiding you through a powerful journey that ends with the story of the very first Christmas unfolding before your eyes.

Visit duration | Approx 45-60 minutes. 

Entry timeslots are available every 15 minutes from 4.30-8.15pm.

Tickets

Adults (16+) | £15 (£12.50 off peak*)

Children (6-15 years old) | £5 (£2.50 off peak)

Accessible (Step free route; Nave and Transepts only) | £10 (ticket includes one free companion) 

5 and under | FREE

*Off peak

• Monday 24 November
• Tuesday 25 November
• Wednesday 26 November (before 6pm)

***Tickets will be available from Eventbrite soon. Follow us on social media for more information.***

What to Expect

The experience involves walking through the Cathedral to view a number of different light and sound projections. Each installation lasts around 5-8 minutes on a continuous loop, ending with a projection lasting approximately 18 minutes. The whole experience should take around 45-60 minutes*.

*Please note, the accessible/step-free experience should take around 30-45 minutes, due to a shorter route. See 'Accessibility' below.

This exhibition includes loud sounds, music and moving and flashing images throughout the experience, as well as bright lights and areas of darkness within the Cathedral. We will have a number of Relaxed viewing slots, when the volume of the soundtrack will be turned down and the overall event capacity will be reduced. We would advise bringing your own ear defenders if required.

Timeslots

Timeslots are in operation for this event to allow a steady flow of people. Admission to the light and sound exhibition will be from the timeslot you have selected.

We will be operating a queuing system each evening. Our stewards will direct you to the correct queue when you arrive. We would ask you not to arrive more than 15 minutes prior to you allocated time slot – this is to ensure that crowds can be managed and admitted on time.

Please be aware that we expect this to be a very popular event and our team will be working hard to admit visitors as punctually as possible, as such we ask that visitors be patient and work with our stewards, so that everybody can enjoy the event.

Accessibility

We will endeavour to ensure all ticket holders enjoy their experience to the best of our abilities. However, please be aware that the full route is not step-free and includes uneven surfaces.

We have an accessible route which includes the North and South Transepts and the Nave only; offering a shorter but fully accessible experience.

We will also have a number of Relaxed viewing slots, when the volume of the soundtrack will be turned down and the overall event capacity will be reduced. 

Refunds

Tickets are non-refundable.

Parking

There is no parking available at the Cathedral. We encourage visitors to walk or use public transport where possible.

There are a variety of public car parks within walking distance of the Cathedral. Please leave plenty of time to find parking.

Toilets

Toilet facilities (including accessible toilets and baby changing) are located in the Cathedral grounds, at the West End of the Link, near the exit of the lightshow.

Please speak to one of our stewards if you need assistance.

FAQs

Where will I enter and exit?

Entry will be through the South Churchyard (adjacent to Borough Market). You will need to show your tickets here to enter the Cathedral grounds and will then be directed to the queue for your timeslot.

Exit will be via the Mandela Porch (opposite the River Thames), near the Cathedral Shop and Café.

Can I bring my children?

The Angels are Coming! is suitable for the whole family. Children aged 3 and under will be admitted free of charge.

Children (aged 5 to 15 years inclusive) require their own tickets and must be supervised at all times. 

Can I change the date and time of my ticket?

Ticket dates and times cannot be changed once purchased.

Will I have to queue?

Queues are likely for this event but we will do our best to get everyone admitted as close to their time slot as possible. A queue will be in place for the current time slots. When you arrive, please join the relevant queue or as directed by staff.
Please dress for the weather. Due to the architecture of the Cathedral, sensible shoes are also advised.

Are dogs allowed?

Only assistance dogs are permitted within the event.

Can I take photos?

Visitors are welcome to take videos and photos (no flash) of the installation. We would love to see them, you can share by tagging @southwark_cathedral and @luxmuralis on Instagram.

Please note, we do not allow tripods to be used inside the Cathedral.

About Luxmuralis

Luxmuralis is a leading artistic collaboration between sculptor Peter Walker and composer David Harper, renowned for immersive fine art, light, and sound installations across the UK and internationally.

Specialising in large-scale experiences rooted in the fine art tradition, Luxmuralis transforms public and unexpected spaces—especially cathedrals and sacred sites—into powerful, evocative journeys through light and sound. Drawing on the concept of Son et Lumière, their work merges contemporary media with deep art historical context, engaging audiences emotionally and physically as they move through the spaces.

Credited as creating the “stained glass windows of our time,” Luxmuralis doesn’t just illuminate buildings—they bring them to life, painting with light to tell stories that resonate with both the heritage of the place and modern sensibilities. Each exhibition is a curated fine art experience, designed to connect the ancient and contemporary, making art more accessible and deeply meaningful.

Photo: Christmas Light Show at Liverpool Cathedral, created by Luxmuralis.