A letters to heaven postbox has been set up for Christmas and National Grief Awareness Week.

The box, in Dereham, was launched by Jordan Young Funeral Services, the mayor of Dereham, Councillor Linda Monument, and local author Kate Morfoot.

The postbox provides a place to post letters written to loved ones who have passed away

It aims to help people honour their lost loved ones, especially during the Christmas season.

The mayor said: “Letters to Heaven is such a meaningful initiative, especially during National Grief Week, a time to reflect and support one another.

The postbox will remain open throughout the Christmas period The postbox will remain open throughout the Christmas period (Image: Supplied)

"It’s heartening to see Dereham and the wider Breckland area come together with resources like this, alongside the thoughtful new book by a local author, providing comfort and guidance for those navigating grief.”

The initiative coincides with National Grief Awareness Week, observed from December 2 to 8.

The week raises awareness about the impact of bereavement on adults, children, and young people, offering a time to reflect on the challenges faced.

Jordan Young, director of Jordan Young Funeral Services, said: “We are proud to open the first letters to heaven postbox in Breckland, a dedicated place to post letters written to loved ones who have passed away.

"This is to provide comfort to those who are grieving, and a personal way of remembering those special to us. "

The initiative also includes a new self-help book, Finding Light in the Darkness, written by Ms Morfoot to guide those dealing with grief.

The postbox provides a place to post letters written to loved ones who have passed away The postbox provides a place to post letters written to loved ones who have passed away (Image: Supplied)

Ms Morfoot said: “The letters to heaven postbox is wonderful for the people of Dereham and the surrounding communities.

"Working alongside Jordan Funeral Services we aim to support all those struggling with grief, especially poignant this time of year.

“My goal is to let others know that they are not alone and that there is a path to recovery, even when it feels impossible to find.”

The postbox will remain open throughout the Christmas period.