Hundreds of members of the Shirley Oaks Survivors Association (SOSA) reunited this weekend at the site of the former children’s care home currently at the centre of an inquiry into allegations of child sex abuse.

The former residents of the Croydon home, part of the 700-strong survivor group met to record a candlelit vigil at the site for a music video created as part of a legacy for the campaign.

The music video, Looking For A Place Called Home, will be released in early December at a press conference where the findings of the two year-long investigation will also be unveiled.

Despite the traumatic memories, the reunion at the site marked the start of a healing process for the victims.

Raymond Stevenson, SOSA spokesperson, said: “The memories of friendships formed and now reunited have also been an important part of the healing process.

“Having spoken with a few of the residents it’s clear that they are the right guardians to create new memories whilst respecting the old ones.

“Despite the negative publicity they have allowed us to hold a candlelit vigil at Shirley Oaks Village for SOSA members who are ready to face the demons, unearth the lies and resurrect the truth.”