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Things got frighteningly competitive at Langdon Hospital in Dawlish this Halloween, as patients and staff from all five wards went head-to-head in the site’s annual Halloween cake decorating competition.

There was a surprise in store this year, as Holcombe ward claimed first place, finally bringing an end to Cofton ward’s winning streak! Cofton certainly didn’t give up their crown easily though, taking a very well-deserved second place.

Left to right above: Holcombe ward's winning cakes and Cofton ward's cake in second place

This year’s entries were judged by three willing judges, overseen by Gaurav Sharma, Clinical Director. With all five wards producing exceptional creations, choosing a winner was no easy task.

Picture shows from left to right: Allan Greener from the security team at Langdon, Gaurav Sharma, Clinical Director and Aaron Bailey, Senior Occupational Therapist.

A huge amount of time, creativity and effort went into each entry, with patients getting involved alongside ward Occupational Therapy (OT) and Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) staff.

The judging took place in the Discovery Centre and attracted a fantastic turnout, with more patients coming along than in previous years to see which ward would take the Halloween crown. As ever, there was plenty of friendly competition!

The annual cake competitions have become a much-loved part of life at Langdon, with the creativity and enthusiasm growing each year.

Congratulations to Holcombe and well done to everyone who took part. We are excited for the Christmas cake decorating competition and to see which ward takes the lead!