The charity persevered after a very challenging time

Founded in 1968, the Wrexham Hospital League of Friends will reach a special milestone on Saturday, October 28.

As well as running the hospital shops, the League of Friends aims to raise valuable funds for the Maelor Hospital.

League of Friends Trustees present the BK Ultrasound template and Turis Monitor (at a cost of £72,332) to Professor Iqbal Shergill and staff for use in the Urology Theatre for the benefit of patients with prostate problems. (Image: Wrexham Hospital League of Friends)

This year alone the group has donated more than £300,000 to enable the hospital to purchase specialist equipment that otherwise would be unavailable or unaffordable.

Over the last five years, the League has raised and donated £1,250,000.00 of equipment to many departments within the Maelor Hospital for the benefit of patients in need of care.

A WHLF spokesperson said: "Most of us will need the hospital at some time. They are there for you, so we need to be there for them."

This landmark anniversary is particularly important as the past few years have arguably been the most challenging in the charity’s history.

Everyone was drastically affected by the global coronavirus pandemic. Charities were restricted and many were forced to think of new ways to fundraise with traditional revenues severely hampered.

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Thankfully, the League of Friends persevered and praise must go to all the trustees and volunteers who selflessly provide their time and effort.

Wrexham's Lesley Griffith's MS said: "I was honoured to be asked to write a piece for their commemorative brochure which is being published to mark the special occasion.

"I am sure the charity will carry on providing an invaluable service to the Maelor Hospital and the people of Wrexham for many years to come."