Light up a Life

Sunday 13th December 2026
St Helena Hospice - Myland Hall, Bancroft Close, Highwoods, Colchester CO4 9JU

Celebrate those we miss at our Light up a Life event this Christmas.

Share cherished photos and dedicating a light on our Christmas trees in memory of those we love.

This year we are holding two service at St Helena Hospice. Both events will be joined by a choir with words of reflection and remembrance from the St Helena team.

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Tickets

3:30pm-5pm service
£0
199 left
5:30pm-7pm service
£0
200 left

Event Details

There will be refreshments available and a small selection of stalls at both events for you to enjoy.

Parking: Highwoods chanterelle car park.

Our Christmas tree is in the Hospice gardens and we invite you to join us for a small remembrance event where our gardens will light up to remember those we have lost. The Christmas tree will be lit in remembrance towards the end of both services.

FAQs

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