Mary Robertson, former Matron, receives her award at the Houses of Parliament
Mary Robertson is the Regional Winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award category of the NHS Parliamentary Awards!
Mary Robertson wins Parliamentary award
Author Archives: petherton
Thank you and farewell-ish
- Shirley Zaple receiving a watercolour of South Petherton
Shirley has held the role of Secretary with the League of Friends for a few years and has decided to step down. Her energy, optimism and efficiency – in equal measure – has been a tremendous asset and all of her fellow trustees are sad to see her go. Fortunately Shirley isn’t going too far as she remains in her position at the hospital! Continue reading
A very merry Christmas
Christmas came early for one happy-camper-hamper-winner! The raffle prize was won by a dedicated volunteer and League of Friends member – we were all delighted that Chris took home the beautiful festive bounty. Continue reading
Christmas coffee morning
The mornings are crisper, the night skies clearer and the distant murmur of the A303 is festive – for those of us in South Somerset this means just one thing… It’s time for the Christmas Card Sale and Coffee Morning! Continue reading
Competition winner!
Our Chairman was delighted to present a prize bottle of wine to Marion Parr of South Petherton. Marion won our pithily titled ‘How far can a South Petherton League of Friends bag travel?’ competition. Continue reading
New beds to aid recovery
We are delighted that three new beds funded by the League have arrived at the hospital and are already in use by patients recovering from strokes. Continue reading
Pop-up display of feel-good bags
The League of Friends has created a striking pop-up display of bespoke jute bags in the hospital’s reception. Due to demand, they can be purchased by lucky hospital visitors across February. Continue reading
