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8 January 2025
West Hall care home giraffes lovingly restored
West Hall care home in Surrey has had its two precious giraffe sculptures lovingly restored thanks to the Woking & District Men's Shed.
Gombo and Adile have occupied the grounds at West Hall for almost a decade after they were donated by a former resident.
Residents have grown increasingly fond of the giraffes, with some visitors mistaking them for the real thing!
With both giraffes in desperate need of some tender loving care, in stepped the Woking & District Men’s Shed, which itself calls West Hall home.
Katherine Mahoney, General Manager at West Hall care home, said:
Over the years, our giraffes started looking tired and sad.
However, our friends at Woking & District Men’s Shed have been able to bring the giraffes back to pristine condition.
We are pleased to see how much joy they bring to our residents and everyone who visits West Hall. Words cannot express how glad we are to see our giraffes standing under the tree once again.
George Eric Gwyther, resident at West Hall, added:
I think I speak for all the residents at West Hall when I say that the place wouldn’t be the same without Gombo and Adile. We’re ever so grateful for the work done by the Woking & District Men’s Shed!
For further information on West Hall care home, click here.
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