Local veterans transform community hospital gardens
Helston Community Hospital’s gardens have had a post-summer makeover, thanks to a group of Forces veterans from the Culdrose Old Boys.
The group of 6 veterans were under the watchful eye of Mick Bunt from Lawn and Order Gardening Services to give the community hospitals gardens a much-needed glow-up, involving the removal of weeds and overgrown plants, brand-new flowerbeds, and paved walkways to provide patients, hospital visitors and staff with safe access to enjoy the outdoor space.
Plants and materials were kindly donated by Trevena Cross Nurseries in Breage and staff at the community hospital made sure the Culdrose Old Boys were well hydrated throughout.
“I would like to thank Alan and the Culdrose Old Boys veterans for the hard work and support they have given to our gardens in Helston Community Hospital. The gardens have been transformed and will be enjoyed by all visitors and staff. Thank you.” Linda McHale, Hospital Matron
Culdrose Old Boys has recently celebrated its fourth anniversary and is open to members of the Armed Forces whether still serving or retired, who have at any time been based at RNAS Culdrose. Further information can be found by searching for Culdrose Old Boys on the Facebook.
“In these times of tough financial constraints, it’s great to provide much needed support to our local community and this little project has enabled the Culdrose Old Boys to achieve just that. It’s heart-warming to know that our efforts will bring so much pleasure to the staff and patients of our local Memorial Hospital.” Alan Rodgers, who was part of the veteran team who made over the hospital gardens