The Paul Sartori Foundation is inviting people across Pembrokeshire to take time this winter to remember the people they love and miss. Its annual Light up a Life Season runs until January 31 and includes a free afternoon of remembrance and reflection at St Mary’s Church, Tenby.

Winter can bring memories of loved ones especially close. A familiar song, a family tradition, or an empty chair at the table can remind us how much someone is still part of our lives. Light up a Life offers a chance to make time for those memories, to share them with others or simply to sit quietly and hold someone dear in mind.

The afternoon will take place on Saturday, January 30, 2027 at 2 pm, with doors opening at 1.30 pm. The Foundation’s Bereavement Team will guide those attending through the afternoon, with time to light candles in memory of loved ones and listen as the names entered in the Light up a Life Memory Book are read aloud.

There is something special about hearing the name of someone you love spoken aloud and seeing candles lit around you, each in memory of someone who is missed.

Music from The Paul Sartori Community Choir and special guests Cwm Cerwyn Ensemble, Julie Conybeare and Margaret Blackledge will be woven through the afternoon, giving people time to reflect between these shared moments of remembrance.

Entry is free this year so that everyone who wishes to can come together and take time to remember. The Foundation warmly welcomes anyone who would like to join, whether they come on their own, with family or with friends, and whether their loss is recent or many years have passed.

Throughout the season, people are invited to dedicate a name in the Light up a Life Memory Book. A dedication is also a way to take part if you are unable to be in Tenby on the day. The names added to the book will be read aloud at the remembrance event, and the book will be available to view year-round at Paul Sartori House.

To find out more or make a Memory Book dedication, call the Foundation’s Admin Team on 01437 763223 or visit the Light up a Life event page.