Lizzie Deed, supporter engagement fundraiser at St Helena Hospice, said: “Over the last year and a half, many of us have felt the impact of being unable to spend time together with loved ones or to create precious memories to look back on, giving us a deeper appreciation for the memories we do hold.

“That’s why, to mark our history as a hospice and to celebrate the memories we have been part of in our local community, we will be burying a time capsule in the hospice grounds to share your story with future generations.”

The local charity is also hosting a time capsule event on Saturday 2nd October in upper Castle Park, Colchester, where anyone is welcome to come along and step back in time to enjoy a variety of activities including visiting the St Helena vintage pop-up shop; or treating yourself to something delicious from Darcy’s Sweet Shop or Sip and Tuck, or enjoy a cream tea.

There will also be a short celebration service at 3pm to celebrate your treasured memories.

People are asked to reserve their space in the time capsule in advance for a suggested donation to St Helena Hospice, with all proceeds going towards supporting local people facing dying, death and bereavement.

You can then bring along your item for inclusion in the time capsule to the event in Castle Park, where you can also record your message in a video booth.

Find out more about the time capsule and reserve your space