Share memories of your loved ones, make a donation to St Michael’s Hospice or attend one of our remembrance events.
From November to December, let their light shine brightly on our virtual Christmas tree.
Join us in celebrating the memories of the special people who’ve touched our hearts, especially those no longer with us.
We warmly invite you to join us for Light up a Life this year and let your dedications sparkle and shine throughout the festive season.
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
Dedicate & Donate
When you dedicate and donate online, you can also include a message and photo on our virtual tree which will shine on.
If made 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 service.
When you dedicate and donate, you can also register to attend one of our services.
How your donation helps!
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 your own Light up a Life 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.
life stories
"I'm regularly reminded what a special place St Michael's is"
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.
You’re invited to a Light up a Life Service
We warmly invite you, your family, and friends to join us at a Light up a Life service.
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 attend our light of a light services, this is not dependent on making a donation.
At the Hospice
When: Tuesday 2nd December
Time: 5pm
Join us around the Christmas Tree at St Michael’s Hospice for this 60 minute outdoor service of remembrance. Listen to wonderful music and readings and then join us for a warm drink and mince pie afterwards.
At Hereford Cathedral
When: Sunday 14th December
Time: 6pm
Join us in the Nave at Hereford Cathedral for this wonderful service. Listen to music, sing Christmas carols, and view the books of remembrance whilst you enjoy a warm drink and mince pie.
Watch Online
Join us from the comfort of your home to watch our Light up a Life service live-streamed from Hereford Cathedral on Sunday 14th December at 6pm.
It will also be available to watch again after the service.
Special thanks to our friends at CJP Broadcasting for donating their time and expertise.
Located at Hereford Cathedral
Visit the Wall of Remembrance
If you made 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 service.
I’d like to attend a Service
We welcome everyone to our services. If you are unable to donate this year but would still like to attend our Cathedral or Hospice service please complete the form below, call us on: 01432 851000 or email: events@smhospicehereford.org Please note, this is your interest in attending and is not a ticket or confirmation of a seat. We would always suggest you arrive early.
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Everything you need to know
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.
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.
St Michael's Hospice
