Share memories of your loved ones this Christmas by dedicating a light to them on our virtual tree and leaving a special message.
When you donate and dedicate, you also help families across Herefordshire access our expert care today, tomorrow and beyond.
Each light you dedicate on our virtual tree will support the care we provide to patients and their families across Herefordshire.
Remember someone special to you
When you dedicate and donate online, you can also include a message and photo on our virtual tree which will shine on.
If you make a dedication before Thursday 27th November the names of those dedicated to will be included in our Wall of Remembrance in situ at Hereford Cathedral from 10th December. They will also be included in the Books of Remembrance which will be on display at our Light up a Life services at the Hospice and Hereford Cathedral.
Your generosity helps make our care possible this Christmas. With donations of £35 or more, you’ll receive a special Light up a Life 2025 keepsake as a thank you.
£37.02
Could help fund a bereavement counselling session for someone who has lost a loved one. You’ll help provide emotional support during one of life’s most difficult moments.
£51.52
Could enable a family member to stay overnight at the hospice, staying close to their loved one. You’ll help give comfort and connection in their final days.
£101.20
Could pay for essential oxygen for a whole week for a breathless patient. You’ll help to reduce suffering and give comfort.
get your own special keepsake
Receive one of our hand-carved Light up a Life keepsakes as a special thank you when you donate £35 or more with your dedication*.
Whether you put it on your tree this Christmas, or just display it with pride, it’s a lasting way to remember your loved on this Christmastime.
*Keepsakes will be posted within 3 weeks of your donation.
Keepsake is 2″ in diameter.
life stories
Ann’s story shows just how special the care at St Michael’s is. From creating precious moments with her daughter (pictured) to finding comfort herself. Read her story and see how you can help St Michael’s continue making a difference for other families by dedication and donating this Christmastime.
No booking needed, just come along on the day. These services are wonderfully inclusive occasions featuring music, readings, refreshments, and a moment of reflection for those who have held a special place in our hearts. Everyone is welcome to join.
Kington:
Sun 30th Nov
4.00pm
St Mary’s Church, Church Road, Kington HR5 3AG
Hampton Bishop:
Sun 30th Nov
6.00pm
St Andrew’s Church, Hampton Bishop, Hereford HR1 4LA
Knighton:
Thu 4th Dec
6.30pm
Knighton Methodist Church, Victoria Road, Knighton LD7 1BD
Ledbury:
Sun 7th Dec
2.30pm
Ledbury Methodist Church, 4a Bye Street, Ledbury HR8 2AA
Leominster:
Sun 14th Dec
4.00pm
Leominster Methodist Church, Green Lane, Leominster, HR6 8QJ
Brimfield:
Sun 14th Dec
6.30pm
St Michael’s Church, Brimfield, SY8 4NU
If you make a dedication and donation before 5pm on Thursday 27th November, not only will it shine on online, the name of those remembered will be printed onto our Wall of Remembrance. You can go and visit the Wall outside of Hereford Cathedral from 10th December until early January.
They will also be included in the Books of Remembrance which will be on display at our Light up a Life services.
Kington: St Mary’s Church, Church Road, Kington HR5 3AG
Hampton Bishop: St Andrew’s Church , Hampton Bishop, Hereford HR1 4LA
Knighton: Knighton Methodist Church, Victoria Road, Knighton LD7 1BD
Ledbury: Ledbury Methodist Church, 4a Bye Street, Ledbury HR8 2AA
Leominster: Leominster Methodist Church, Green Lane, Leominster, HR6 8QJ
The dedication platform is a wonderful way to create a lasting memory of your loved one. You can even add a photo and wording, or share it automatically with friends and family on social media.
We ask for a minimum donation of £5 for every dedication made. This £5 could pay for a memory bear that is given out this Christmas to young family members of someone staying with us over the festive period. Meaning your donation, means the world of difference.
Your dedication will shine brightly on our virtual Christmas tree all over the festive period.
If you donate and dedicate before 5pm on Thursday 27th November, the names of those remembered will be included in:
1. The Books of Remembrance
The name of every person dedicated to before 5pm on Thursday will be added into our printed Books of Remembrance. These will be on display to view at both of our Light up a Life services of Remembrance, here at our Hospice and at Hereford Cathedral.
2. The Wall of Remembrance
The name of every person dedicated to before 5pm on Thursday 27th November will be added onto our Wall of Remembrance. This is installed on the railings of Hereford Cathedral from 10th December until early January for you to go and visit.
We know how much the Light Up a Life service at Hereford Cathedral means to our community each year. It’s a special time to come together to remember those we have loved and lost.
This year, we sadly won’t be able to offer a live stream of the service.
We understand this may be disappointing, especially for those who cannot attend in person. But there are still ways to take part in remembering your loved ones:
Light a candle at home during the service and share a photo or message on social media using #LightUpALife2025.
Dedicate a memory online on our [digital dedication wall / website link].
Register to attend a service in person: Community services are also held by other churches and organisations, or you can register to attend at the hospice or Hereford Cathedral.
We also want to reach out to our amazing local community: if you know a production company with expertise who might be able to help us continue the live stream tradition in the future, please get in touch via info@smhopspicehereford.org
Thank you for being part of this special community, for remembering your loved ones, and for helping us keep the spirit of Light Up a Life alive.
Hoople is a public sector-owned company based in Hereford, providing essential support services to organisations that serve our communities.
We work in partnership with local authorities, the NHS, schools, charities, and businesses to help them deliver vital services more effectively, to support residents of Herefordshire and beyond.
“We are proud to support St Michael’s Hospice and the Light up a Life events.
This year we have lost some valued colleagues so the events will be particularly poignant for us, as they are for so many people.
We are thankful to the Hospice for the incredible work they do to support our community during difficult times.”
Your donations mean that we can care for as many people as possible this Christmastime.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your kindness and generosity.
