PEOPLE are being reminded they can celebrate Christmas with the Mayor of Dudley at a traditional civic carol service.

The annual Dudley Council service will take place at St Thomas and St Luke’s Church (Top Church) in Dudley on Wednesday December 18.

Councillor Alan Finch, Mayor of Dudley, said: “I’m really looking forward to the evening. The civic carol service always proves a success within the community and I hope people will come along to remember what Christmas is all about.

“I am really hoping for a good turn out, so please feel welcome to come along.”

The service starts at 7.30pm and will comprise the Nine Lessons and carols.

Complimentary refreshments including mince pies will be served afterwards.