Families who are wishing to celebrate their lost loves ones will be able to do so at two special events.

CancerCare North Lancashire and South Cumbria will be holding its 'Lights on the Lawn' celebrations in Ulverston and Lancaster next month.

People are invited to add a candle to shining displays of light across the lawns and they can also decorate and personalise a glass memory jar, in return for a donation, with a personal message.

Claire Mason, CancerCare’s Head of Fundraising and Marketing, said: “Clients often tell us that nature is part of their therapy, and we are very proud to be able to welcome people to our Lancaster garden and to Ford Park to remember their loved ones.

“Over 93% of our income comes from donations, and we need to raise £1.9 million a year - dedicating a candle will also help us to provide vital support for local people struggling to cope with a bereavement or cancer diagnosis.”

On Friday, April 19, the event will be held in the gardens of Slynedales, Lancaster from 6:45pm.

Starting at the same time the next day, the charity will move to Ulverston's Ford Park for a repeat performance.

Last year, around 100 people gathered to remember lost family and friends at the charity’s Lancaster centre.

This year, the charity is holding two events to enable more people from around the Bay area to remember their loved ones.

A musician will play calming background music, and there will also be time and space for quiet reflection.

A CancerCare therapist will also be on hand if any attendees feel the need to talk to someone.

CancerCare offers bereavement support to adults who have been bereaved through cancer or a life-shortening illness, and for children bereaved for any reason.

For those who cannot attend the events, a dedication can be made online for a donation - CancerCare staff will place their jar on the lawn, and donors will receive a special keepsake postcard.