Cheshire East Council is please to announce the return to Crewe of the “Tree of Light” festival of remembrance.
It started eight years ago when Crewe Cemetery staff invited people to remember those they had lost by dedicating a silver star to them, which is then placed on a tree within the grounds. The designated tree is then lit up with thousands of lights during a special ceremony.
This year’s service will be held at Crewe Cemetery on Friday 2 December at approximately 4.30pm.
Once the service has taken place, the tree will remain lit until the twelfth night.
Cheshire East Councillor Rod Menlove, Cabinet member with responsibility for environmental services, said: “Christmas can be a difficult and painful time for many people and so the importance of such ceremonies for those who have lost loved ones cannot be underestimated. The silver stars are a symbol of remembrance and I am sure are a great source of comfort to many.
“The Tree of Light festival helps us to remember those who are no longer with us and share cherished memories.”
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