The family of a 14-year-old who sadly passed away from Leukaemia has raised £1,000 in his memory for the children's ward at Glangwili Hospital, after taking part in the Saundersfoot New Year’s Day Swim.

The family of Rhys Calthorpe, once again braved the cold water to participate in the festive fundraiser on January 1 in his memory and raised an amazing £1,000 for Cilgerran children’s ward at Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen.

Mr. Morris, Rhys’ Grandfather, said: “Thank you to everyone who donated and sponsored us again this year and for the last three years.

“We were very emotional when we found out the total was £1,000. This is our way of saying thank you to the wonderful team who looked after Rhys and our family.”

Katie Hancock, Fundraising Officer, said: “A heartfelt thank you to Rhys’ family for your incredible effort and generosity in taking part in the Saundersfoot New Year’s Day Swim. Your support for Cilgerran Ward means so much, and your willingness to brave the cold to raise funds is inspiring. We are so grateful and it’s a lovely tribute to Rhys.

“The support of our local communities enables us to provide services over and above what the NHS can provide in the three counties of Hywel Dda and we are extremely grateful for every donation we receive.”

Hywel Dda Health Charities supports your local NHS to make a positive difference for patients, service users, families, carers and staff in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire.

For more details about the charity and how you can help support local NHS patients and staff, go to: hywelddahealthcharities.nhs.wales