Days Gone By - Did you join in the sponge-throwing fun with Hospital Radio Ipswich?

Having a splashing time with the sponge-throwing Picture: PAUL NIXON (Image: Archant)

Today we have a gallery of photos from one of their fundraising events, featuring displays by majorettes and a range of games and activities for children.

Fun and games for the youngsters Picture: PAUL NIXON (Image: Archant)

One of the most popular was the “soggy splash”, giving listeners the chance to soak the presenters by throwing sponges.

Majorettes at the Hospital Radio Ipswich fun day Picture: PAUL NIXON (Image: Archant)

MORE - Do you remember Ipswich Sea Cadets regatta?The late Doug Grimwood, who was mayor of Ipswich from 1983-84, was guest of honour at the fun day.

A youngster enjoying the fun day Picture: PAUL NIXON (Image: Archant)

Ipswich Hospital Radio was founded in 1971, originally operating from the Anglesea Road Hospital before moving to Heath Road. The charity still provides a free service, available to all patients - and it is also possible to listen anywhere in the world via smartphone.

Fun Day with Hospital Radio Ipswich Picture: PAUL NIXON (Image: Archant)

What are your memories of Hospital Radio Ipswich? Email judy.rimmer@archant.co.uk To order photos, visit www.eadt.co.uk/myphotos24, or call Diane Townsend on 01603 772449.

Doug Grimwood, the then mayor, at the Hospital Radio Ipswich fun day Picture: PAUL NIXON (Image: Archant)

Youngsters watching some entertainment at the Hospital Radio Ipswich fun day Picture: PAUL NIXON (Image: Archant)

One of the displays at the Hospital Radio Ipswich fun day Picture: PAUL NIXON (Image: Archant)