
It's enjoyable to be down in the garden looking at people using the garden, whether it's members of staff or people that are patients within the hospital.
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Story: Simon Jenkins - Glangwili, WalesStories of volunteers supporting the health service since 1949
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The League of Friends of Glangwili Hospital, founded in 1949, is a charitable organisation that raises funds to support the patients and staff of Glangwili Hospital, while also encouraging public interest and involvement in their work. Their goal is to enhance the hospital environment through the purchase of medical equipment, patients comforts, and facility improvements. Since 1971, the League has raised over £2 million through community events including fairs, raffles, memorial donations, and tractor runs.
Voluntary workers supported Glangwili Hospital for over 75 years
‘Friends of the Infirmary Association’ renamed ‘League of Friends of the Glangwili Hospital’
Officially joined the National Association of Leagues of Hospital Friends and was amongst the first and largest.

Five long standing members have received the prestigious Order of Mercy medal for their valued voluntary services over the year.
2011 – June Beer
2013 – Della Evans
2014 – Patricia Parcell
2016 – Arthur Phillips
2023 – Delyth Evans
Total contributions surpassed £2 million

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Story: Simon Jenkins - Glangwili, Wales
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Story: Delyth Evans MBE - Glangwili, Wales
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Story: Stacie Hopley - Glangwili, Wales