HOSPITAL staff are celebrating 150 years since the building’s foundation stone was laid.
Staff at Westminster Memorial Hospital in Shaftesbury, were joined by members of its League of Friends to mark the occasion.
They gathered in the hospital garden, off Abbey Walk, to watch the raising of a flag, enjoy refreshments and reflect on the history of healthcare on the site.
Matron Ali Low said: “Although we could only hold a small celebration, due to Covid restrictions, it was important to commemorate the 150-year milestone and remember the fascinating history of the hospital.
"We would have liked to have arranged a fete for all local people to say thank-you, as the community was instrumental in the development of the hospital and continues to be today.
"It’s something we will look to do in the future. I am also especially grateful to the League of Friends and our staff for their support during the challenging events of the past year.”
The flag outside the hospital will continue to fly high for the rest of the year to mark the anniversary.
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