The Godstone Ward, at East Surrey Hospital, Redhill, has raised £5,000 in donations through Surrey and Sussex Healthcare Charity’s Cancer Fund to redecorate its Quiet Room, creating a more calming space for its patients undergoing cancer treatment.

The medical team on Godstone Ward set out to raise the money to create a more peaceful, comfortable environment for patients to have private moments and receive, what can be challenging news, from their care team.

Staff, patients and members of the public took part in fundraising efforts through numerous activities, including running half and full marathons, launching online appeals and receiving a donation from local business, the Stoneman Funeral Service.

Emmanuel Dimaisip, Ward Manager and Chemotherapy Nurse on Godstone Haematology Ward at East Surrey Hospital, commented: “I want to extend my sincere appreciation to everyone who supported the Godstone Ward Quiet Room project.

“The collective work, compassion, and willingness to help wherever needed has made a meaningful difference for our patients and their relatives, who we are already receiving a lot of positive feedback from.

“Thanks to generous donations, we have been able to bring comfort, clarity, and care to the people we look after.”

The money raised has transformed the once empty, aged, white walls into a warm space with tranquil scenes that inspire a sense of calm.

Andrew Bickerdike, Head of Charity at Surrey and Sussex Healthcare Charity, added: “Thank you to everyone who raised money or donated to the Cancer Fund to help make this happen.

“We know being in hospital can be hard, and as a charity, we are on a mission to change that. The transformation of this room in Godstone Ward is a great example of what a difference donations and fundraising can make.”