Saturday 12 December 2026, 7pm

Handel's Messiah

Handel's Messiah

Presented by Saffron Hall

Tickets from £25

Price includes a commission of £1.00

Saffron Hall’s spirit of collaboration burns bright in this performance of Messiah. It brings together one of the world’s premier period-instrument ensembles, emerging professional singers and our town’s choral society and their music director.

However well you think you know Messiah, every performance gives up more of its treasures. It’s an inspired and inspirational work that has transfixed us for nearly three centuries.  Whether familiar with this masterpiece or hearing it live for the first time, this is a very special way to experience it.

Supporters

This concert is made possible by Carolyn Hughes in memory of John

Performance information

Running time

To be confirmed

Content warnings

Age Guidance 7+

This event is not recommended for children under 7 years old. Children under 5 years old will not be admitted to this performance.

Booking information

Seating style

This event has tiered stalls and balcony seating

Discounts

Under 25s can purchase half price tickets for this show.

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Programme and performers

Programme

  • Handel Messiah

Performers

  • Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment
  • Saffron Walden Choral Society
  • Quintin Beer conductor
  • Sofia Kirwan-Baez soprano
  • Angharad Rowlands alto
  • Hugo Brady tenor
  • Peter Edge bass

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Information for your visit

Saturday 12 December 2026, 7pm

Schedule

All timings are approximate and will be updated closer to the show date. Please check the website on the day of the performance for up-to-date information.

Latecomers can usually be admitted at a suitable gap within the performance.

When to arrive

6pm - 6.45pm
We have over 400 free parking spots for anyone driving.

Foyer opens

6pm
Enjoy a drink at the bar before the auditorium opens.

Auditorium opens

6.30pm
Get your tickets ready for checking, find your seats, sit back and relax.

Show starts

7pm

Interval

Interval (20 mins) with reception for Gold, Platinum and Foundation members

Show ends

To be confirmed

Content warnings

Age Guidance 7+

This event is not recommended for children under 7 years old. Children under 5 years old will not be admitted to this performance.

Location

Saffron Hall

Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 4UH

Transport

Shuttle bus

The shuttle bus won't be running for this performance
More info

Additional information

Cloakroom

We are unable to allow any bags into the performance space which are larger than a hand bag or small backpack. Unfortunately our cloakroom will not be in operation.

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Accessibility

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Parking

We have over 400 free parking spaces on site for our visitors

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