MEMORIES of lost loved ones will shine on when Bournemouth Pier will be lit up for a special fundraising memorial event.

The town’s biggest memorial event returns on Friday, October 20 as Bournemouth Hospital Charity teams up with Macmillan Caring Locally to pay tribute to those who have passed away.

Now the organisations are calling on people to celebrate their lost loved ones by dedicating a light to their memory for this year’s Light Up the Prom.

The event features two minutes of silent reflection as hundreds of lights illuminate the prom, followed by a dazzling fireworks display. Musical entertainment will also be provided by the Bournemouth Male Voice Choir.

Bournemouth Hospital Charity events officer Karen Smith said: “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 and is made possible thanks to Pains Fireworks, who have supported the event since 2014.

Anyone wishing to dedicate a £5 light to a loved one can contact the Charity Office at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital or the Macmillan Unit at Christchurch Hospital, by calling 01202 704060 and online at BHCharity.org/light-up/.