Albion Christmas Band 25th anniversary show takes you on a guided tour through the yuletide customs of Britain

THE Albion Christmas Band has been touring for 25 years and they will be at Basingstoke’s Haymarket on Thursday, December 12 (7.30pm).

Featuring the combined talents of Simon Nicol (Fairport Convention), Kellie While (Albion Band), Simon Care (Edward II), and the Guvnor himself, Ashley Hutchings, this 25th anniversary show takes you on a guided tour through the yuletide customs of Britain as they celebrate an evening of traditional English Christmas music, song and celebratory readings.

The seasonal mixture of carols, spoken word and humorous readings really is the perfect way to start your festivities. This year will see material chosen by the band from the last 25 years of shows and albums … a ‘best of the Albion Xmas’ selection.

The show has been described as in the top 10 unmissable shows and the perfect antidote to the corporate Christmas.

Tickets are priced £27 (includes £4 booking fee). Contact the Anvil Arts box office on 01256 844244 or visit https://www.anvilarts.org.uk