The annual British Ironworks Proms in the Park will this year be supporting the new Veterans’ Ward at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital.

Taking place on Saturday, May 23, the 2020 event will see an evening filled with music from the award-winning Wrexham Symphony Orchestra, a spectacular firework display and is set to be the perfect event for all the family.

Made possible by Lt Col Carl Meyer, an army serving orthopaedic surgeon who has toured both Iraq and Afghanistan, the Veterans’ Ward is the first of its kind in the UK that is specifically dedicated to helping those who are serving or have served within the UK Military.

Originally from Birmingham, Lt Col Meyer is now living in Shrewsbury and is a dedicated consultant orthopaedic surgeon at the Veterans’ Ward. Although the ward specialises in orthopaedic treatments such as arthritic problems and knee replacements, it also encompasses all forms of welfare including mental health issues.

All staff, including nurses and surgeons, have been specially trained to sensitively deal with members of the armed forces, regardless of their reasons for visiting the ward.

All profits raised through the sale of Proms-related programmes, merchandise and raffle prizes will be given directly to the Veterans’ Ward.

The Ironworks is hoping to play a more permanent part in the ward by creating a special insignia for their new block, with the hospital is already gathering up disused surgical equipment to use in its creation.

You can find out more about the event and get your tickets booked by visiting https://www.britishironworkcentre.co.uk/shop/event-tickets