A rural community has raised thousands for newborn care through an agricultural show.
The 2025 Sioe Cwmsychbant in Ceredigion raised £8,000 for the Special Care Baby Unit at Glangwili Hospital.
The funds will help purchase equipment used to cool babies born with brain injuries.
Organisers said: "We are very thankful for the care she received there and would like to give something back to the unit to show our appreciation,"
The fundraising effort was on behalf of Hywel Dda Health Charities.
The cause was chosen because the show president’s great-granddaughter spent her first 30 days in the SCBU after being born more than eight weeks premature.
Sara Thomas, the baby’s mother, said: "We are so grateful for the outstanding care that our daughter received during her time at Glangwili SCBU.
"Your kindness, patience and expertise meant the world to us during such a worrying time.
"We will always be grateful for the support you gave our little girl and for the reassurance you gave us as parents."
Sioe Cwmsychbant has been running for 45 years and regularly attracts support from the wider farming community.
The show typically includes livestock judging, craft displays, horse competitions, and community stalls.
This year’s fundraising will enable the SCBU to purchase cooling equipment for babies with brain injuries at birth.
Kelly Brown, neonatal outreach leader at Glangwili Hospital, said: "Thank you to everyone that has been involved with the Cwmsychbant Show for your fantastic fundraising.
"Donations are vital in helping us improve the quality of care and the overall experience for those who need our support during such a critical time.
"Your support will have a lasting impact, and we are deeply thankful for your commitment to helping us provide the highest standard of care now and in the future."
For more information about the charity and how to support NHS patients and staff in the Hywel Dda area, visit hywelddahealthcharities.nhs.wales.
Share