The Princess of Wales, Catherine, has once again captured the hearts of the nation with her fifth annual Together at Christmas carol concert, held at the historic Westminster Abbey on December 5, 2025. This year’s theme — celebrating love in all its forms — resonated deeply, especially as Catherine reflected on a year of personal challenges, including her journey through cancer treatment and remission.
The evening began with a touching nod to the past: a reminder of Catherine’s iconic piano performance from the inaugural 2021 concert, where she surprised the world by accompanying singer Tom Walker on the piano for the poignant song “For Those Who Can’t Be Here”. That moment, captured in candlelight, showcased her hidden musical talent and set the tone for the heartfelt tradition.
Here are some cherished memories of that groundbreaking 2021 piano debut:
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Fast-forward to 2025, and the Abbey was filled with magic once more. Catherine, radiant in a festive green and red ensemble, arrived early to warmly greet guests, volunteers, performers, and community heroes — including charity fundraisers, fellow cancer patients, and those who have shown extraordinary compassion.
The Wales family joined her: Prince William, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis, creating heartwarming family moments amid the stunning Gothic architecture. The service blended timeless carols from the world-renowned Westminster Abbey Choir with modern performances from stars like Katie Melua (singing “White Christmas”), Dan Smith, Zak Abel, and Cornish folk group Fisherman’s Friends.
Here are glimpses of the enchanting atmosphere at Westminster Abbey during the 2025 concert:
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A poignant tribute honored the late Katharine, Duchess of Kent, with young musicians from her Future Talent charity performing as guests arrived. Readings and reflections on love, compassion, and connection came from notable figures including Prince William, Kate Winslet, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and others.
But the most emotional highlight was Catherine’s own message. In a special letter distributed to the 1,600-strong congregation (and echoed in her spoken words during the service), she spoke from the heart about kindness, quiet acts of generosity, and the power of connection in “fragmented and uncertain” times. Her voice trembled as she acknowledged the “quiet, often invisible work of caring” — a line that many saw as a personal reflection on her own experiences and those of others facing hardship.
One quiet, powerful line in particular — thanking the “quiet, constant light” that ordinary people bring to others — left the Abbey in stunned silence, with tears streaming down faces both inside the historic walls and among the millions watching the ITV broadcast on Christmas Eve.
The concert closed on a note of hope, with candles lit and voices united in beloved carols like “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing”. Catherine’s event not only celebrated love and togetherness but reminded Britain of resilience, empathy, and the enduring power of community.
This fifth edition of Together at Christmas was more than a concert — it was an emotional triumph, proving once again why Catherine remains one of the most beloved figures in the nation. A moment no one will ever forget. 😭👑✨
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