A Wiltshire children's hospice is set to host a Christmas carols evening to raise "vital funds".

Julia's House, which cares for children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions, will be holding the event at Christ Church in Swindon.

Set to take place on December 11, it will include readings from families and staff as well as a performance from Swindon Rock Choir.

Julia's House's Carols by Candlelight event at Christ Church in SwindonJulia's House's Carols by Candlelight event at Christ Church in Swindon (Image: Julia's House/Simon Ward Photography) Tickets for the evening cost £10 per adult and £5 per child, with under 5s entering for free.

Mince pies and mulled wine are included with each ticket, and all proceeds will go to the charity.

Julia's House fundraiser, Claudia Hazelton, said: "We’re thrilled to be hosting our Christmas carols evening again in Swindon, and Christ Church is the most magnificent setting for this special event.

Emmie Grove-Welsh, a sibling support by Julia's House, at a previous eventEmmie Grove-Welsh, a sibling supported by Julia's House, at a previous event (Image: Julia's House/Simon Ward Photography) "We’re looking forward to celebrating with the community again this Christmas time and raising vital funds to support our care for local families.

"We invite everyone to come along and get into the festive spirit by singing their favourite carols and enjoying wonderful performances from local choirs."

Julia's House provides free specialist nursing care and support to children and their families in their homes and at their hospices in Devizes and Corfe Mullen.

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