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The Albion Christmas Band

5 venues · 5 towns

12–22 December 2026

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The Albion Christmas Band returns this December for its 27th year of touring, continuing a cherished festive tradition that marks the true beginning of Christmas for audiences across the UK. Described by The Guardian as “the perfect antidote to the corporate Christmas”, the show blends seasonal songs, carols, storytelling and stellar musicianship into an evening filled with warmth, humour and winter magic. At its heart is the extraordinary voice of Kellie While, whose breath-taking singing brings both expression and intimacy to every performance. The current line-up evolved from The Albion…

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1 performance
  1. Saturday2026

Newcastle-under-Lyme

New Vic Theatre

1 performance
  1. Monday2026
1 performance
  1. Tuesday2026

Basingstoke

Anvil Arts

1 performance

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  1. Monday2026
1 performance
  1. Tuesday2026

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The Albion Christmas Band returns this December for its 27th year of touring, continuing a cherished festive tradition that marks the true beginning of Christmas for audiences across the UK. Described by The Guardian as “the perfect antidote to the corporate Christmas”, the show blends seasonal songs, carols, storytelling and stellar musicianship into an evening filled with warmth, humour and winter magic. At its heart is the extraordinary voice of Kellie While, whose breath-taking singing brings both expression and intimacy to every performance. The current line-up evolved from The Albion Band, founded over 50 years ago by Ashley Hutchings MBE, one of the most influential forces in British folk music. Bob Dylan described Hutchings as “the single most important figure in English folk rock”, recognising a career that has left an indelible mark on British music. The Albion story is also in

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