Posted on 10 July 2026
The League of Friends to The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital (RJAH) has funded a new specialist paediatric cot to help provide safe, comfortable care for the hospital’s youngest patients.
The new Inspiration 2 Cot has been purchased to replace one of Alice Ward’s existing cots, which are now more than 10 years old.
Alice Ward is the dedicated children’s orthopaedic surgery and rehabilitation ward at the Oswestry-based hospital, caring for children and young people between the ages of 0 – 17 years.
Designed specifically for paediatric care, the new cot offers enhanced safety features and functionality, including electrically operated height adjustment, adjustable side rails, battery back-up in the event of a power failure and improved accessibility for clinical teams caring for children. It is fully compliant with the latest paediatric bed safety standards.
Victoria Sugden, Friends CEO, said: “Children receiving treatment at RJAH deserve the very best care in an environment that is safe, comfortable and reassuring for both them and their families.
“Our existing cots have served the hospital well for more than a decade, but they are now reaching the end of their lifespan and can no longer be repaired when faults occur.
“We were lucky enough to receive a generous donation in lieu of an 80th birthday party that has part funded this cot – ensuring that young patients continue to benefit from modern, reliable equipment during their stay.”
The funding demonstrates the hospital Friends ongoing commitment to enhancing the experience of patients and supporting staff with equipment that goes above and beyond what NHS budgets can provide.
Suzanne Marsden, Alice Ward Manager, said: “This new cot will make a real difference for our youngest patients and the staff caring for them. It provides enhanced safety features, improved functionality and greater reliability, helping us to deliver the highest standards of care.
“We are extremely grateful to the League of Friends for their continued support and generosity.”
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