St Giles Hospice is inviting the local community to ‘Light up a Life’ this Christmas, to remember loved ones who are no longer with us and reflect on your memories of them. 

The initiative allows people to dedicate a light on the hospice’s virtual Christmas tree, write a message for the Book of Memories, and attend one of the charity’s Light up a Life services this festive season. 

Dedications made before midnight on Sunday 23rd November will include loved ones’ names in the Book of Memories, which will be available to view throughout December and into 2026 at various service locations. 

Each dedication helps raise vital funds for local people, and their loved ones, living with a terminal illness.  

Natalie Crowton will be dedicating a light in memory of her mum, Angela, who was cared for by St Giles Hospice. 

She said: “The team at St Giles cared for her with such dignity and compassion, and they supported our whole family every step of the way.  

“I’ll never forget how they created a safe space for us to stay by her side, and how they were gently honest about what was happening so we could be together when mum died.” 

Speaking about the initiative, Natalie added: “This year, I’d love to invite our local community to make their own dedication and attend one of the Light up a Life services, either in person or online. You’ll not only be celebrating your loved one but also helping St Giles continue to support local people, and their loved ones, living with a terminal illness. 

“For me, the services provide the opportunity to remember mum, to feel connected to her and to honour the life she lived.” 

This year, Greene King is proud to support the St Giles Hospice Light up a Life services. A spokesperson for Greene King said: “St Giles Hospice provides such incredible support to local people in the toughest of times and is a cause close to the hearts of many. With our pubs at the heart of their communities, we understand how important it is to come together to remember loved ones that are no longer with us. That’s why we’re supporting St Giles Hospice to continue their vital work.  

“We invite everyone to join us in making a dedication in memory of a loved one.” 

To find out more and make a dedication, visit www.stgileshospice.com/lightupalife