In 2011 W.Bro Joe Batten was unfortunate enough to require treatment at the Woodlands Centre in Hinchinbrooke hospital due to suffering stomach cancer. He was treated with chemotherapy on many occasions and experienced the brilliant care provided by all the staff.
During his year as Master of Sothius Lodge they held a number of social events and it was decieded that the amount raised was to be donated to The Woodlands Centre.
On Monday 9th November W/bro Joe Batten, W/bro John Dench and Bro Mark Bramley visited the Centre at Hinchinbrooke and presented a cheque for £3,000 to Janette Birch who was the nurse that attended him during that difficult time.
It is also worth noting that W.Bro Joe Batten is in remission and in good health.