SPITFIRE

A restored Spitfire flew over Barnsley Hospital to pay tribute to the NHS and its staff in the

The flyover was organised by the Aircraft Restoration Company who wanted to commemorate the 72nd anniversary of the NHS and recognise the courage of frontline staff.

The words ‘Thank U NHS’ were painted on the underside of the plane, and there were plans to write up to 80,000 names of nominated heroes to help commemorate their hard work

It was a special day for many Barnsley residents who were

The spitfire took an enormous route across the country, thanking hundreds of hospital trusts along the way. It touched the hearts of many and was a stark reminder that we all had to remain in unison in such a struggling time.

The NHS were the frontline heroes and such an extravagant display of thanks to them surely lifted spirits.