We all enjoyed our visit to Margam Country Park on Friday. A two mile walk allowed us to take in Margam Castle, the deer park and the farm trail, where we all got to know Taffi and Uncle Bryn, the resident alpacas. Well recommended 🏰🦌🦙Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Catherine K

A recent activity on the Ward saw some of us have a go at a Stop Motion movie. Characters were created and a number of stills were taken and put together to form a short movie. Thanks as always goes to Growing Space for your inspiration #moviemaker Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Catherine K

It’s #WorldWellbeingWeek, so we asked our Recovery Through Sport and Forensic Psychiatry Service colleagues what do they do to look after their mental health and wellbeing? Here’s what they had to say…

Wow what an achievement Pillmawr ward we are runners up in the awards, we wouldn’t be where we are now if it wasn’t for the hardworking team we have on and off the ward. together to make a difference to our patients. 💙💙💙💙Catherine K Aneurin Bevan University Health Board @matthew81156980

Our First Summer BBQ, Sun was shinning. Music, lots of singing, dancing and full belly’s and of course top chef 😂😂 Catherine K @matthew81156980 #aneurinbevanUHB #BBQ

We would like to thank Richard our music therapy student who has been visiting the ward for 20 weeks, Richard has brought so much fun and laughter to the ward and he will be missed. Good luck in your journey Richard & Hope to see you in the future Catherine K

A lovely visit to #usk this morning meant a walk by the river, #coffee and shopping was enjoyed by all. We found a park and some of us went back to our childhood😀 #river #walking #countryside #MentalHealthMatters Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Catherine K

Making cakes for tomorrow’s Recovery Through Sport Showcase in Abergavenny. All going well…….. but some people are having far too much fun 🤣 Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Catherine K RCN award winning Recovery Through Sport ABUHB

RCN award winning Recovery Through Sport ABUHB Aneurin Bevan University Health Board MHLD Aneurin Bevan UHB Pillmawr Ward Leanne Watkins Nicola Prygodzicz Growing Space Kevin hale @wooddw1985 Sport in Mind Yeeeah today's the day....we look forward to seeing everyone at this '3rd' annual summer showcase. #RecoveryThroughSport #MHLD #Community #Connection #wellbeing

Thank you so much Recovery Through Sport team for a fantastic day yesterday at your Summer Showcase Event. You all worked so hard which was much appreciated by us all. (And we won the ‘cake competition’ 😉🤣) Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Catherine K RCN award winning Recovery Through Sport ABUHB

Some great collaboration (staff & a patient) yesterday. Locally sourced blackberries were added to apples to make a delicious crumble. Da iawn pawb! #dessert #Collaboration #teamwork Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Catherine K

It’s hot out there. But not too hot for a BBQ. More delicious food on offer, pasta salad, hot dogs, burgers and chicken drumsticks. Summer fun in the sun! 🌞 🍔🌭🍗Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Catherine K

Thanks to Growing Space for showing us how to use chalk pastels and rip card to make stencils, to create these fantastic pieces of art. Da iawn pawb! #chalkart #art #MentalHealthMatters Aneurin Bevan University Health Board MHLD Aneurin Bevan UHB Catherine K

Off ward Friday’s visit to Cardiff Bay saw us taking a stroll across the waterfront. A visit to the funfair was followed by lunch overlooking the bay. A relaxing summer day with lots of laughs #Cardiff #SummerVibes2024 Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Catherine K

Art work continues on the ward this morning. Individual interpretations of floral images are brightening up our day. Da iawn pawb. #ArtInspiration Growing Space Aneurin Bevan University Health Board MHLD Aneurin Bevan UHB Catherine K

At Creative Group this morning, we used pouring acrylic paint to create these colourful designs. Thanks Growing Space for your inspiration and encouragement #ArtInspiration Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Catherine K MHLD Aneurin Bevan UHB

Badminton this morning at the Velodrome in Newport. A great facility and some lovely people who have made us really welcome 🏸 Newport Live Aneurin Bevan University Health Board MHLD Aneurin Bevan UHB Catherine K

The poor weather altered our plans on Friday, however it didn’t stop us enjoying our day. Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice was the chosen film, reclining seats and refreshments added to the experience #films #BeetlejuiceBeetlejuice Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Catherine K MHLD Aneurin Bevan UHB Vue