A Book of Remembrance is to open at Epsom Town Hall so residents can pay their respects to those who died during the COVID pandemic.

This March marks five years since the outbreak of the virus which is listed on the death certificates of over 220,000 people in the UK.

Sunday, March the 9th is the annual COVID-19 Day of Reflection.

People in Epsom and Ewell are being urged to view the Book of Remembrance at the Town Hall and also, Bourne Hall Museum.

They are also being invited to light candles for loved ones and Epsom’s historic Clock Tower will be lit up in yellow on the day.

Councillors will place ribbon bouquets on COVID-19 memorial benches around the borough.

Click here for the locations of the memorial benches.

Jackie King, Chief Executive said:

“The pandemic continues to cause a range of conflicting emotions. This was a challenging time for many, yet it also brought out the very best in people as our community worked together to help one another. As a council, we continued to provide vital services and support our community and supported those who were most vulnerable during this time. On behalf of Epsom & Ewell Borough Council, I would like to thank everyone who worked so hard to make a difference to the lives of others during this time.”