A popular event which helps the community remember loved ones no longer with them over the festive period is back.

East Lancashire Hospice has announced that not only is its Light up a Life service returning, it will also be held in the hospice grounds.

The event has not taken place in full for the past two years, with the hospice holding smaller shorter events due to the pandemic, and before that was held at Blackburn Cathedral.

Light up a Life is an opportunity for our community and beyond to remember loved ones no longer with us at this special time of year.

The event is taking place on Monday, December 12, with the first event at 4.30pm and the second at 7pm.

There will be readings, live music from the Lancashire Youth Brass Band, and Samlesbury Primary School will be singing Christmas carols.

Individual Giving Fundraiser, Ann Mason, said: “This event normally takes place at Blackburn Cathedral, but this year we have decided to move it to the lovely hospice grounds on Park Lee Road, doing this brings it back to the heart of our community for those who have lost loved ones.

“We are looking forward to a wonderfully special event of music and lights. We are incredibly lucky to have Champ Funeral Services sponsoring this event and are grateful for their continued support.”

If you would like to attend either of the sessions, telephone 01254 965877 or visit the Light Up a Life page on the East Lancashire Hospice website, where there is an opportunity to complete your dedication form in memory of someone you have lost.

The evening will finish with the lighting up of the trees as everyone comes together in memory of those they have lost.