Bradford Cathedral, and members of its congregation, will feature in this year’s Church of England Christmas advert, according to a cathedral spokesperson.

The news comes as Bradford Cathedral has shared details of its programme of services and events stretching from the Advent Procession (which took place on Sunday, December 1) through to Christmas.

Also on Sunday, the State Gate light curtain, supported by Bradford BID, was lit up at the cathedral.

Events going forward will include Nine Lessons and Carols (on December 22), the Midnight Eucharist (on December 24), and the Christmas Day Eucharist, when the Rt Revd Nick Baines, Bishop of Leeds, will be presiding and preaching.

On Christmas Eve, a "Messy Crib" service will return for families.

A number of musical events are planned, including a Concert by Candlelight this Saturday (December 7) and the Annual Lunchtime Carol Concert, which will take place on Christmas Eve.

Regarding online activities, Bradvent Calendar videos from previous years will be made available on the cathedral’s YouTube channel; and the Bradford Cathedral e-card will be available from the cathedral's website to send out as an online Christmas card to friends and family.

The Very Revd Andy Bowerman, Dean of Bradford, said: "I want to extend you a warm welcome to our Advent and Christmas services and events during the coming weeks.

"Throughout the Advent season there’ll be all sorts of exciting opportunities for you to come and not just engage in worship but explore the cathedral and join in some of our many events.

"There’ll be carol services, there’ll be mince pies and mulled wine; all sorts of ways that we want to generously welcome you into your cathedral at the heart of this city."

More information is available at bradfordcathedral.org.uk/advent-christmas