Bench memorial in Winchester to remember Covid-19 victims

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The bench was installed in the grounds by Winchester City Council

A memorial has been installed in a city as a tribute to those who died in the coronavirus pandemic.

The commemorative bench in Winchester aims to offer a peaceful place for those who lost loved ones to sit and reflect.

Winchester Bereavement Support funded the bench, which is situated in Abbey Gardens.

The charity said it supported many of those whose family and friends passed away "under difficult circumstances".

Leonie Mountney, chair of Winchester Bereavement Support, said the pandemic was a difficult time for many people.

"We are pleased to be able to donate this bench to the people of Winchester as somewhere to rest and reflect, remembering all our loved ones," she added.

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