A SERVICE is being held in Darlington to remember babies who have died before, or soon after, birth.

The thanksgiving service will be held in the chapel at Darlington Memorial Hospital on Sunday, at 3pm.

All relatives and friends of families who have lost a baby are welcome to attend, in- cluding those who have suffered a miscarriage or stillbirth.

Refreshments will be served after the service.

More information is available from Sandra Cooper, from the Miscarriage Association on (01325) 286201, Sharon Tilley, who is a bereavement midwife and counsellor, on 07980 729859, or Brian Selmes, the hospital chaplain on (01325) 743029.