New sensory area at Worthing Hospital in tribute to Charlie

CHRISTINE and Brian Ashton know just how vital the children’s ward at Worthing Hospital can be.

The parents called on the services of the department at two important times during their son Charlie’s life.

Christine gave birth six months into her pregnancy. At just 26 weeks old, Charlie was admitted to the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton, for three months and then the Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) at Worthing Hospital for one month.