Heart Christmas Live With NatWest Is Coming To The Royal Albert Hall — And Take That Are Already On The Bill

Heart Christmas Live with NatWest tickets go on sale this week, and honestly, we’re already clearing the diary. Heart has just announced its biggest feel-good Christmas ever, bringing together some of the biggest names in music and entertainment for one unforgettable night at the Royal Albert Hall. Expect show-stopping performances, Christmas magic and plenty of festive surprises, hosted by none other than Heart Breakfast’s Amanda Holden and Jamie Theakston.

And the lineup’s already off to a flying start. Take That have been confirmed as the first act on the bill, bringing their biggest hits to one of London’s most iconic venues. With more names promised soon, here’s everything we know so far.

Heart Christmas Live With NatWest – The Line-Up So Far

The festive season on Heart, the UK’s biggest radio brand, has officially begun, and Heart isn’t holding back this year. Heart Christmas Live with NatWest will take over the Royal Albert Hall for one unforgettable night, packed with show-stopping performances, Christmas magic and plenty of surprises.

Take That have been confirmed as the first act to join the bill, bringing their biggest anthems to the iconic venue. With nine number one albums under their belt, plus hits like Rule The World, Patience and Greatest Day, it’s safe to say the crowd will be singing along from the very first note.

Amanda Holden couldn’t hide her excitement, saying everyone knows how much she loves Christmas and that this year Heart is going bigger than ever, promising huge performances and surprises fans won’t see anywhere else. Jamie Theakston was just as enthusiastic, confirming Heart is taking over the iconic Royal Albert Hall for one enormous night of music, entertainment and festive surprises.

Update

Heart Breakfast hosts Jamie Theakston and Amanda Holden have revealed three more major stars joining the inaugural Heart Christmas Live with NatWest at London’s prestigious Royal Albert Hall on Monday, 14 December.

Chart-topping favourites Leona Lewis, Olly Murs and James Arthur have been added to the highly anticipated festive concert line-up, joining British pop icons Take That for what promises to be one of the biggest Christmas music events of the year.

Hosted by Heart Breakfast’s Jamie Theakston and Amanda Holden, the brand-new Christmas spectacular will bring together some of the UK’s most beloved music stars for an unforgettable evening of live performances, festive entertainment, seasonal surprises and Christmas magic.

With demand expected to be high, general sale tickets go on sale Friday 25 September, giving fans the chance to experience a spectacular night of Christmas music in one of the world’s most iconic venues.

Heart Christmas Live with NatWest marks an exciting new addition to the festive events calendar, combining chart-topping talent, festive atmosphere and exclusive live performances in the stunning surroundings of the Royal Albert Hall.

And this is just the beginning. More performances, special guests and unforgettable moments are set to be announced soon, so watch this space.

Amanda Holden said: “Everyone knows I love Christmas and this year Heart is going bigger than ever! Huge live performances, magical collaborations, some very special guests and plenty of surprises that you won’t see anywhere else! Get ready for a feel-good Christmas spectacular packed with everything we love about the most wonderful time of the year.” 

How To Get Tickets

Right, the bit you actually need to know. Tickets for Heart Christmas Live with NatWest go on sale from 25th September 2026, and you can grab yours via Global Player, heart.co.uk, or by calling the Royal Albert Hall box office directly on 020 7589 8212.

Given the lineup already includes Take That, with more big names still to be announced, we’d get in there early once tickets drop.

Heart Xmas Is Officially Back

Okay, brace yourselves, because as if one huge announcement wasn’t enough, Heart also confirmed that Heart Xmas, the UK’s most loved Christmas radio station, returns this Friday, 25th September. That’s just 91 days until Christmas Day, so really, it’s about time.

And let’s be honest, the supermarkets have already been in full festive gear for weeks. Tesco, Waitrose and Morrisons have all dropped their Christmas food ranges, Selfridges has had its Christmas shop open since summer, and now Heart’s officially joining the party too. Basically, if you were still holding out on getting festive, the universe has made the decision for you.

Heart Xmas brings non-stop festive hits, 24/7, from Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas Is You to Wham!’s Last Christmas and Michael Bublé’s It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas. So whack it on in the car, in the kitchen, wherever — your Christmas playlist just sorted itself.

Switch On Christmas Music Yourself

Fancy being the one who officially kicks off Christmas on the nation’s airwaves? Heart Breakfast’s Jamie Theakston and Amanda Holden will be giving one lucky listener the chance to switch on Christmas music on the UK’s biggest commercial radio show later this year. All you need to do is answer a few festive questions correctly, so keep your ears open and make sure you’re tuned in.

So there you have it. Heart Christmas Live with NatWest is officially Heart’s biggest, boldest Christmas event yet. With Take That already confirmed and plenty more names still to come, this one’s shaping up to be a proper showstopper.