Firefly Appeal 2025
Dedicate a light in memory of a loved one
Our Firefly Woods contain a beautiful constellation of individually handmade ‘Fireflies’, kindly gifted by world-renowned artist Bruce Munro. A unique large-scale light installation nestled throughout the woods here in the grounds of the Hospice in Winsley. Each Firefly is made up of tiny separate lights, which glow together, leaving a huge impact.
Each light can be dedicated to the life of someone special and will shine brightly in their memory. Your light will be allocated to you for a full year. If you wish, you can choose to renew your dedication once the year comes to an end.
How your dedication will help to fund end of life care in our community
Renewing your Firefly light
If you have previously dedicated a light, we hope this was a source of comfort and solace for you, as and when you needed it. We know that for some, just knowing their light is here, nestled amongst 19,800 other beautiful lights is a source of comfort.
If you would like to renew your Firefly light, please click the ‘dedicate a light’ button below and this will take you through the steps of renewing your existing dedication.
Thank you for being part of our Firefly community, and thank you for your kindness and support; it is a wonderful way to leave a lasting legacy in the name of a loved one.
Vicky's story
In late 2023, Vicky’s Dad Danny was diagnosed with gallstones and had his gallbladder removed in March 2024 but things still weren’t right. When he started to become really unwell in late April, he was admitted to hospital in Bath. At first, they thought it might just be the after effects of his operation, so sent him home but he was readmitted a few days later. Eventually, after various conversations with consultants and tests, he was diagnosed with stage four stomach cancer.
Vicky’s family met with Dorothy House just four days later, on the day that Vicky’s dad decided he wanted to spend his last days at home, with Vicky.
Celebration of Life Events
Each year we host two Celebration of Life Events in the grounds of Winsley House. We would be delighted if you are able to join us. There will be time to visit your Firefly light, to reflect and celebrate the life of your loved one. You can find full details about these events by selecting one of the event date buttons below.
360 immersive tours of the Woods
The Firefly Woods are your space to visit whenever you wish; here in the woods at Winsley House, or via our webcam and digital tours.
Bereavement support
Within our Family Support Team, we care for children and their families to help support them through the grief of losing a loved one. Losing a loved one can turn your world upside down and the emotional pain can feel overwhelming.
When you dedicate a Firefly light in memory of someone special, your donation will help support our services, ensuring that we can continue to be there for patients and their families in our community who are facing end of life.
