THE 'incredible' fundraising efforts of a group from Chirk have been recognised.

Ken Skates, MS for Clwyd South, praised the Circle of Friends of Chirk Hospital, after they recently showed him around the impressive new gardens at the site.

They also provided him with an update about their work this year.

Mr Skates said: “The Friends have raised a huge amount for the hospital since 2010.

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“Their efforts are incredible and they’re a real credit to the town.”

Some of the money raised has been used to refurbish the hospital’s gardens and create an outdoor dementia area which was built by volunteers from Brother Industries in Ruabon.

The group has also funded the purchase of the hospital’s new ultrasound machine.

Border Counties Advertizer: Ken Skates MS at the refurbished gardenKen Skates MS at the refurbished garden (Image: Sheila Dee)

Mr Skates met volunteers Jackie Allen, Sheila Dee, Jane Davies, Dot Griffiths and Barbara Humphries.

Ms Allen said: “The Circle of Friends were delighted to have the opportunity of showing Ken Skates the refurbishment of the gardens and a new dementia area at Chirk Community Hospital.

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“The community will also benefit from a new ultrasound machine that the Circle has ordered which is due for imminent delivery.”

The group is actively looking for volunteers to help with their work and they feel lucky to have the recent support of Kronospan and Brother Industries.

To find out more about the group call 01691 772265.