Thousands of people will tonight attend the Christmas memorial service at Bermondsey funeral directors Albins.
The gates at the Albin Memorial Garden, Culling Road, will open at 6pm, with the service set to start at 7pm tonight (Wednesday, December 7).
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As the festive period approaches, it’s a chance for friends and family to get together to remember those who have passed away.
In previous years, the service has included carol singing, video displays of Albins’ work in Afghanistan and elsewhere overseas, a release of doves, a fireworks display and prayer.
Attendees are often invited to stay and enjoy mince pies, soup and wine, along with owners Simon and Jon Dyer, and the rest of the Albin’s staff.
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This is the 23rd anniversary of the memorial garden, established by the late Barry Albin-Dyer in 1999.
For those unable to attend, the service will be broadcasted live here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=px0KCyN-HiU