Light up a Life
The annual Light up a Life service offers an opportunity for the community to come together to remember and celebrate the lives of loved ones. Attendees experience a reflective cathedral service that includes viewing the book of remembrance and lighting a candle. Names dedicated through donations are featured in the book and displayed on an online digital candles page.
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Tips & Advice
- No ticket is needed, so you can attend without making a booking for entry.
- If you would like a loved one included in the remembrance materials, make a Light up a Life dedication through a donation.
- Allow time to view the book of remembrance and take part in the candle-lighting during the service.
- You can attend alone or with family; the service welcomes anyone wishing to remember someone special.
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- Donors can have a loved one’s name included in the book of remembrance and digital candles page, and receive a personalised remembrance card and keepsake.
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Run by St Cuthbert's Hospice
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is welcome to attend?
Everyone in the community is welcome, whether or not they have a connection to the Hospice.
Do I need a ticket?
No ticket is necessary.
What happens during the service?
The service offers a chance to remember loved ones, view the book of remembrance and light a candle.
How can I have someone remembered?
A donation through Light up a Life adds their name to the book of remembrance and online digital candles page; donors also receive a personalised remembrance card and keepsake.
Can I attend if the person I remember was not connected to the Hospice?
Yes. The service welcomes people remembering loved ones regardless of their connection to St Cuthbert’s Hospice.
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