THE coffee morning held on March 15 at the URC Hall in Malvern Link raised £300 for those all important funds to help us to buy equipment and other essential items for the benefit and comfort of the patients. We would like to thank all those who supported us.

There are now 23 consultants who use Malvern Community Hospital for clinics with a possibility of more using the fantastic facilities at our lovely new hospital in the near future. This will enable patients to be seen locally rather than having the journey into Worcester. It is therefore vital that we carry on fundraising.

Out of 70,000 people who live in Malvern only 320 are members of the Friends. The subscription is only £5 per year each or £40 for life membership. Please help us by supporting us and joining, every penny helps.

Our next fundraising venture is our famous pudding extravaganza. Last year was an amazing success and we managed to raise £900 in one night. Those people who attended had a small starter then a choice of 27 puddings; everyone said how much they enjoyed the evening.

Tickets have been selling fast for this years event, however we still have a few tickets left so if you have a free evening on Friday, November 18 and would like to join us at the United Reformed Church Hall in Malvern Link at 7pm for 7.30pm please telephone 01684 575631 or 01684 575937. We are limited to 60 people so hurry and book before it is too late.

MAUREEN WILLIAMS.