The annual carol service returned at St Mary's Church, Fratton Road, with appearances from Pompey manager John Mousinho, New Theatre Royal panto stars and Pompey mascot Nelson.
See our gallery of the festive occasion.
29. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church
Appreciation for the choir's singing from Stepehn Morgan MP and the Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress of Portsmouth. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton, Portsmouth Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 081223-49) Photo: Chris Moorhouse
30. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church
School choir. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton, Portsmouth Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 081223-46) Photo: Chris Moorhouse
31. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church
School choir. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton, Portsmouth Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 081223-47) Photo: Chris Moorhouse
32. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church
School choir. The News Carol Service, St Mary's Church, Fratton, Portsmouth Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 081223-44) Photo: Chris Moorhouse