OVER the past three years, thousands have packed out Malmesbury Abbey for The Malmesbury Nativity.

The Nativity is performed by four talented young professional actors from Wiltshire and a live band help bring the abbey to life during the singing of Christmas carols.

Every year it combines local historical figures and contemporary characters to help make the messages of the Nativity relatable and enjoyable for all the family.

The kitchen is open for nibbles, mulled wine and cider.

Tickets are £2.50 for adults, available from the abbey and children are free.

The performances take play on December 23 at 7pm and Christmas Eve at 1, 3 and 5pm.