White water fun for Hope House Sibling Support group

Children from the Sibling Support group at Hope House and Tŷ Gobaith children’s hospices have enjoyed the thrills and spills of white water rafting.

Brothers and sisters of young people who access the hospices’ care services were treated to an adrenaline-packed morning at the National White Water Centre, Bala on Monday 21 August.

After being fitted out for their wetsuits, helmets and buoyancy aids, the group of six were taken through the techniques by instructor, Connor, before hitting the fast-flowing River Tryweryn for three unforgettable rides.

The group before setting off with instructor, Connor (left)

The group were escorted on the day by the hospices’ Sibling Support team of Mary Leighton and Brian Pimbley.

“It’s so wonderful to be able to bring the children on adventures like this,” said Mary.

“Quite often they may be a little shy initially, but then throughout the day their confidence and smiles grow, which is beautiful to see.”