Nottinghamshire Hospice has celebrated the annual lighting of its Christmas tree dedicated to former users who have passed away.
The Tree of Light is part of the group's annual Light Up A Life appeal - where families are invited to dedicate a light on the tree to a loved one.
The tree is located outside St Mary's Church in Nottingham and was lit up on Saturday, December 7, by Laurence Henry - the Nottingham chef who was crowned the winner of Masterchef: The Professionals last year.
The event raised funds for the Hospice Night Support service launched last year. One of the first families to use the service was the family of Alice Toseland, who spent her final days at home thanks to Nottinghamshire Hospice and passed away at the age of 80 earlier this year after learning that her kidney cancer had spread.
Lynda said: "Mum insisted on coming home two days before Christmas. It was important that she was at home surrounded by family.
"The hospice helped us all through Christmas and new year. I cannot thank them enough for their constant help with my mum especially towards the end."
Gemma Taylor-Mahon, Fundraising Manager at Nottinghamshire Hospice, said: "By dedicating a light on our tree and making a donation it can help more people like Alice to spend Christmas at home with their families.
"During the festive period we’ll be providing care to people living with terminal illness across Nottinghamshire and emotional support to their families and carers, so that they can spend Christmas together."
