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Presentation of cheque to Delyth and Sarah representing the league

Best decorated ward Christmas 2018

The League of Friends have been purchasing gifts for all patients in Glangwili Hospital on Christmas Day for many decades and they are most appreciated by patients and staff. Several patients have thanked us for this gesture and comments like: “I don’t have any family to give me presents, so this was such a nice …

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Best decorated ward Christmas 2017

The League of Friends have been purchasing gifts for all patients in Glangwili Hospital on Christmas Day for many decades and they are most appreciated by patients and staff. Several patients have thanked us for this gesture and comments like: “What a wonderful surprise!”

Best decorated ward Christmas 2016

10 wards entered this year’s  (2016) best decorated ward Christmas competition. League judges again commented on the very high standard together with the number of wards taking part during  which can be a very busy time of year. The winners were Gwenllian ward, with Preseli second. Cilgerran and Teifi ward sharing third prize. Certificates prepared …

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Best decorated ward Christmas 2015

Thirteen wards entered this years (2015) League of  Friends best decorated ward Christmas competition. The judges commented on the very high standard and the number of wards participating. The winners were C C U, with Teifi Ward second and Cilgerran Children’s Ward third. The A & E being awarded  Highly Commended. Certificates were presented to …

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Christmas Fayre – 21st November 2015

The League of Friends of Glangwili Hospital held a successful Christmas Fayre at the Outpatients Dept. on the 21st of November 2015. It was opened by County Councillor Peter Hughes Griffiths, Chairman of Carmarthenshire County Council who was accompanied by his wife and consort Meinir Griffiths. Due to the generosity of so many and in …

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Presentation – New Laser equipment for ENT- October 2015

Delighted surgeons at Glangwili Hospital have received a brand new-state-of-the art laser to treat patients with ear, nose and throat (ENT) conditions, thanks to the support of the hospital’s League of Friends. The ENT surgical team will be able to use the equipment at the hospital to treat malignant tumours of the vocal chords and …

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Summer Fayre – 11th of July 2015

 A Summer fayre was held in the outpatients dept. of Glangwili Hospital on the 11th of July 2015.  The Fayre was opened by Mr & Mrs David Gravell of Gravells, Kidwelly who over the years have been very supportive of our League. Due to the generosity of so many and the support as always of …

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Official Opening – Keith Cobain Wet Room – Steffan Ward 1-5-15

The family of a Carmarthen sporting stalwart has been thanked for a huge cash donation which  has allowed for a new wet room and bed at Glangwili Hospital. Barbara Cobain, her daughter Lucy and niece Norma Jones together with other family members and friends raised a staggering £11,049 for the Steffan Ward at the hospital …

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Donation to League of Friends 22 February 2015Cyfraniad i Gynghrair y Cyfeilliion 22 Chwefror 2015

On the 22nd of February,2015, chairman Arthur Phillips visted Hermon Chapel, Cynwyl Elvet to receive a cheque for the sum of £370. The money was raised by chapel members – young and old who had gone out carol singing in atrocious winter weather – wind and rain- but were well rewarded for their efforts. On …

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