Bexhill’s De La Warr Pavilion turns blue for NHS

An iconic arts venue in Bexhill switched on its blue lights last Thursday (March 26) to celebrate NHS workers dealing with the coronavirus crisis.
The De La Warr Pavilion turns on its blue lightsThe De La Warr Pavilion turns on its blue lights
The De La Warr Pavilion turns on its blue lights

The display began at 8pm and formed part of the inspiring nation-wide #lightitblue campaign.

The initiative encouraged arts venues, theatres, sports stadiums and other landmarks to switch on their blue lights to show their gratitude for those looking after people who are ill with COVID-19.

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Venues outside of Sussex that took part included the Royal Albert Hall, Lincoln Cathedral and Wembley Stadium’s arch, as well as Belfast Titanic Signature Building, The National Theatre and Metro Radio in Newcastle.

The campaign also coincided with a call for people to join a round of applause for NHS staff at 8pm, from their gardens, front doors and balconies.

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