Staff at a Penarth hospice have marked one year since the UK first went into a nationwide lockdown, with a minute's silence during the National Day of Reflection to show support for the millions of people that have been bereaved during the last 12 months.

Led by end of life charity Marie Curie, over 300 organisations are taking part in the day including politicians, celebrities, emergency services, schools, charities, businesses, institutions, community groups, faith leaders and bereaved families across the UK.

Staff at the charity's Cardiff and the Vale Hospice on Bridgeman Road came together in the garden - which is decorated with yellow ribbon - to reflect on the past year.

The garden will also be lit with lanterns for a light up moment at 8pm.

Marie Curie's Head of Operations in Wales, Sarah Lloyd-Davies, said: "We hope that the National Day of Reflection provides a moment in time for everyone to reflect on our collective loss and show support for those who are grieving.

"Grief and bereavement can be isolating, and social distancing has kept us apart when we most need connection. Just a small gesture of support can provide such a boost.

"There are many ways people can get involved on the day and remind someone who is grieving that they are not alone.

"We thank everyone who took part in the midday minute's silence, and would urge everyone who can to join us in the light up moment at 8pm, by lighting a candle, shining a torch, or even their mobile phone light on their doorsteps."

Buildings and landmarks will also be lit up yellow at nightfall – over 110 buildings including the London Eye, Trafalgar Square, Blackpool Tower, Canterbury Cathedral, Neasden Temple, Kelpies, Senedd, Belfast City Hall and Cardiff Castle.

Free online talksfeaturing celebrities, expert panels, bereaved families will also be held throughout the afternoon for anyone to join.

Actor Jason Watkins, who has featured in Line of Duty, Des, The Crown, W1A, is the latest celebrity to support the day, added: "Losing a loved one changes everything in your life, and this year has been particularly horrific for bereaved people, as lockdown has made simple, yet hugely important things, like holding each other's hand, impossible.

"A National Day to reflect on our collective loss and connect with a loved one, friend or colleague who has experienced bereavement is hugely needed and will make the journey of grief feel that little bit less lonely."

Visit www.mariecurie.org.uk/dayofreflection for more information and to find out what is going on near you.

If you're struggling with grief or need support, you can find free bereavement resources, and a list of organisations that can help, on the National Day of Reflection webpage: http://mariecurie.org.uk/bereavement-resources and you can call the Marie Curie Support Line on 0800 090 2309 for ongoing support from a trained bereavement volunteer.

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