The Book Trade Carol Service 2024

Leading Christian Publisher SPCK announces The Book Trade Carol Service in partnership with The Book Trade Charity, an annual charity celebration for publishing professionals taking place for the very first time on Thursday 12th December this year.

All ticket proceeds will go to The Book Trade Charity and its mission to support colleagues across the book trade and their families, providing grants and housing during challenging times which is needed more than ever across the winter months.

Hosted at St Alban The Martyr Church in the early evening, the service will the chance to sing-along to much-loved Christmas carols in the welcoming atmosphere of Holborn’s striking nineteenth century church. Guests will also hear readings from readers including author Tom Holland and BookBrunch founder Nick Clee, before enjoying mulled wine and mince pies after the service.

Sam Richardson, CEO of SPCK, says, “We are delighted to be partnering with The Book Trade Charity on this exclusive industry event and look forward to celebrating the past year with our friends and partners in the book trade. We want to gather the industry together for a joyful evening that also supports an important cause very close to all our hearts, raising a glass to all those who make our industry so special.”

Victoria Perry, Chief Executive of The Book Trade Charity adds, “We are thrilled to be partnering with SPCK on this festive industry event, which is a chance to bring the book trade together to celebrate the year and raise money to support those of us in need this Winter. This time of year can be particularly difficult for colleagues and their families, so any donations will make a huge difference to our cause.”

Host or Publisher SPCK Publishing