Invitation to light up the prom in Bournemouth in memory of loved ones

Bournemouth’s biggest memorial event returns on Friday 20 October as Bournemouth Hospital Charity teams up with Macmillan Caring Locally to remember those people who were shining lights.

Anyone can dedicate a light to the memory of a loved one for just £5 and then join hundreds of people on the Bournemouth Pier Approach for a magical evening of memories.

Two minutes of silent reflection as hundreds of lights illuminate the prom will be followed by a dazzling fireworks display. Bournemouth Male Voice Choir will provide musical entertainment.

Karen Smith, Bournemouth Hospital Charity events officer says, “Light Up the Prom is a beautiful way for us all to remember those special people who touched our lives.

“No matter if you’re young or old, we invite you to commemorate and celebrate those who are no longer with us during this wonderful event.”

Proceeds from Light Up the Prom will be shared between Bournemouth Hospital Charity and Macmillan Caring Locally, who support the Macmillan Unit at Christchurch Hospital.

This year’s event is sponsored by Harold G Walker Solicitors, who say they are proud to be supporting Light Up the Prom.

“As local solicitors, we have witnessed first-hand the outstanding care delivered by staff at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital,” says Harold G Walker’s Managing Partner, Nicola Lowe.

“That is why we are so proud to be sponsoring the inspirational Light Up the Prom event in support of Bournemouth Hospital Charity to remember all those lost through illness.”

Light Up the Prom is once again made possible thanks to Pains Fireworks, who have been supporting the event since its inception back in 2014.