People taking part will receive a personalised card including the names of those in their dedication and a commemorative pin badge.

All of the money raised goes towards the specialist services provided by the Hospice to the local community.

The campaign will be concluded with two memorial services (details below), where a Book of Remembrance will be displayed including the names of all of the people remembered in this year’s appeal. The services will also include a ceremonial lighting of Christmas tree lights, which represent the lives that are being celebrated.

Saint Paul’s Church, Hartlepool – Thursday 12 December, 7pm

Saint Cuthbert’s Church, Peterlee – Friday 13 December, 6:30pm

The event is sponsored by regular supporters, Victoria House Funeral Services.

Fundraising Senior Manager, Julie Hildreth said, “This is one of our most poignant and significant fundraising events, during which we remember the special people whom are no longer with us; for many, Christmas can be amongst the hardest times to miss someone.

“I hope that taking part in Light up a Life offers some comfort and time to reflect on some happy memories. I would also like to say thank you to everyone who supports this annual campaign, to the churches for hosting our services and to our sponsors, Victoria House, who will be joining us at these events.”

To make a dedication, go to https://alicehousehospice.co.uk/lightupalife or call a member of the Fundraising Team on 01429 855555.