Swindon residents are being given a chance to see how the Great Western Hospital is run.

The hospital is holding its annual open day which will be held on February 26 from 10am to 3pm.

Visitors will be told all about how the hospital is run and will get the chance to meet staff from different hospital departments.

Last year's open day attracted 2,000 visitors and it is hoped that this year's event will be equally successful.

Organiser Elaine Lorton, said: "The last open day really was an amazing success.

"People turned up in their droves and there was a fantastic atmosphere throughout the day.

"We're hoping this one will be every bit as much fun and will give local people a real insight into how their hospital is run."

The main action on the day will take place in the Swindon and Marlborough NHS Trust's Education Centre in the hospital where there will be stalls, displays and entertainment.

There will also be a chance to get an early look at the new Brunel NHS Treatment Centre which is due to open in April.

Other attractions will include stands on reflexology, demonstrations by the resuscitation team and a chill out room with massages available.

Those considering careers in the NHS will get the chance to talk to staff from a range of departments.

These will include representatives from obstetrics, audiology, infection control and physiotherapy.