There was something for everyone to enjoy – from meeting two beautiful ponies, to singing along with a talented country duo, to watching a lively performance from a local dance school. Guests were spoilt for choice with refreshments, including a doughnut wall, crisps wall, sweet and popcorn cones, homemade cakes, freshly made samosas, and an ice cream van.

Fun-filled activities kept everyone in the summer spirit, including garden games, hook a duck, name the teddy, a sand-filled paddling pool for building sandcastles, and rock and pebble painting. Patients and families could also choose from handmade crochet keyrings – shaped like sunflowers, angels, caterpillars and cats – and add a little sparkle with face glitter gems.