Many of the pictures we have chosen to publish here were taken by our photographers at events to mark the 10th and fifth anniversaries of that fateful evening in 2004.
Our thoughts are with all those who lost their lives, and their families and loved ones, as the 20th anniversary approaches.
17. Morecambe cockling tragedy 20 years on
A message of sympathy for the victims on railings outside Morecambe Lifeboat Station. Photo: Garth Hamer
18. Morecambe cockling tragedy 20 years on
Divisional director of the Chinese Criminal Investigating Department Dr Zuo Zhijin is interviewed by the media, watched by DCI Steve Brunskill, during a visit to Morecambe by Chinese detectives. Photo: Steve Pendrill
19. Morecambe cockling tragedy 20 years on
Harry Roberts, commander of the hovercraft on the night of the tragedy which saw him flying the vessel for 22 hours. Photo: Garth Hamer