The matron and staff of the hospital went around the wards carol singing. Alex, the Mayor of Thatcham, Richard Benyon MP and I did a bit of singing, but then went into the wards to meet the patients.
It was the first time I had been in the wards at the hospital, and I was very impressed by their cleanliness and feeling of spaciousness. The new hospital is well designed for those working and staying in it, but looks less impressive from outside - but that is often the way with modern buildings.
There are a large proportion of side rooms, and almost all the patients are elderly. Most impressive is the friendly feel of the place - the Matron and staff are very caring and kind.
I will be back there on Christmas Day for more carols with the Salvation Army.
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