St John Ambulance Cymru - Knighton

28/03/2026

Today Knighton Division took part in a training scenario day 💪

From hands-on medical assessments to dealing with trauma and serious bleeding situations, our volunteers put their skills to the test in realistic, high-pressure scenarios. 🚑

These sessions are all about building confidence, teamwork, and the ability to respond when it matters most. Proud of everyone’s effort, professionalism, and commitment to helping others 👏

A huge thank you to our neighbouring division Llandrindod Wells, who gave us use of their building for the day.

27/02/2026

Throughout the month we’ve worked to highlight the lifesaving importance of public access defibrillators and community awareness. Thank you to everyone who engaged, supported and helped spread the message.

- 5 Defibrillator sessions carried out in the local area.

- 65 adults trained in CPR and Defibrillator use.

- 14 children taught first aid awareness.

Together, we’re building a more prepared and resilient community 💪🏻

27/02/2026

That’s a wrap on Defibruary 2026 for Knighton Division!

Last but certainly not least was Llanfair Waterdine where another 28 potential lifesavers attended.
This session was perfect timing as the community have just taken delivery of their new public access Defibrillator!

Last night was a fantastic turn out with great group participation, The group were very keen to get stuck in with learning the practical skills.

24/02/2026

Congratulations to all who have been admitted into the Order, especially our very own Divisional Manager - Sean Gundy.

Sean’s admission into the order has been graciously sanctioned by the King.
This distinguished honour reflects his unwavering dedication to service, compassion, and the well-being of others.

We, as a division are incredibly proud of Sean!
Congratulations!

The King has been graciously pleased to sanction the following Promotions in, and Admissions to, The Priory for Wales of the Most Venerable Order of the Hospital of St John of Jerusalem.

The Prior for Wales sends his warmest congratulations to all those being recognised today.

AS DAME
Caryn Laura COX, DL

AS COMMANDER
Wendy WESTWOOD

AS OFFICER
Az JACKSON
Rhys Llewelyn JENKINS
Jeremy Mark VAUGHAN KPM
Professor Jean Christine WHITE, CBE

AS MEMBER
Matthew Robert BOLLINGTON
Peter James CARROLL
Caryn Ann DAVIES
Alicia DOWNING
John William ELSMORE
Sean David GUNDY
Sharon Marie HIER
Huw Llewelyn HOWELLS
Dr Gregory Leighton JAMES
Samantha Jane JONES OWEN
Melanie Helen LAWLOR-FELLOWES
David John LEWIS
Thomas Robert PEEK
Iwan Giles Llewelyn THOMAS
Rev Tudor James THOMAS-BOTWOOD, MBE

21/02/2026

Busy few weeks for Knighton Division with our community training.

Today Sean and Charlotte attended Knucklas Community hall to deliver a first aid awareness session aimed at children.

What a fantastic group they were, one of the oldest children that attended even managed an Astonishing 99% score with the QCPR doll!

They were a brilliant group that really got stuck in with the session to learn these vital skills!

Well done all!

21/02/2026

Last night was session 3/5, this time in Knighton Community Centre.

Another 15 life savers in our community, who are now confident in performing CPR and using a public access Defibrillator.

Big thank you to Jack, Louisa, Meg and Sean for delivering this session.

Also a special thank you to the Knightons Men shed who secured the venue and covered any costs required for us to deliver this free session to our community.

If you have a few hours spare in the evening and want to learn the skills to potentially save a life, we have 2 sessions left next week!

25th - Knucklas Community Centre - 19:00-21:00

26th - Llanfair Waterdine Pavilion 19:00 -21:00

20/02/2026

Last night Knighton Division held our 2nd of 5 Defibruary sessions which was held at Discoed Church.
It was fantastic to see so many people attend and actively participate!
Discoed now has another 14 people refreshed/trained on CPR and how to use a defibrillator.

Huge thank you to Jack for delivering a brilliant session, and to Daisy and Louisa for providing assistance and support throughout the session.

Disappointed you missed this session?

Don’t worry we have another session tonight in Knighton Community Centre - Reynolds Room 19:00-21:00 ⚡️

13/02/2026

Tonight was number 1 of the 5 defibruary sessions which was held in Presteigne Memorial Hall.
Our 8 new life savers learnt how to perform CPR, how to use an AED, how to conduct a Primary Survey, the difference between a heart attack and a cardiac arrest along with several other life saving skills.
Thank you to those attendees tonight who were fantastic, really engaged with the course and very keen to learn skills to help in the event of an emergency.

A massive thanks also to Fraser our Paramedic from Knighton Division who delivered another outstanding session filled with knowledge and experience!

12/02/2026

Our Neighbouring Division up in Llandrindod are having an open evening on the 24th February at 19:00.
If you are wanting to know more about what we do here in St John and are considering getting involved, why not drop in for a chat and a brew 🚑

Do you know how to find us?
On the 24th Feb at 7pm, we are hosting a open evening to answer your first aid questions and tell you about what we do - pop in for a cuppa!

https://fb.me/e/6vgAySrxJ

10/02/2026

Tonight members from Knighton and Llandrindod Wells Division carried out training on evacuation and immobilisation as part of the event responder modules. This was a very practical session this evening where everyone got stuck in and worked fantastically as a team!