JCB Supports Life-Saving Heart Screening In Memory Of Engineer

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Digger manufacturer JCB has donated £1,000 to help a community group stage a life-saving heart screening programme in memory of a mechanical engineer who died suddenly aged just 26.

Formula One mechanical engineer, Anthony Lane, who grew up in Stubwood, near Denstone, close to the company’s World HQ in Rocester, died from an undiagnosed heart condition after collapsing while exercising at his home in Rugby in October 2022.

Now special free screening days in Anthony’s memory are being organised by Uttoxeter Rotary Club in conjunction with the charity Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) at Oldfields Hall Middle School, in Stone Road, Uttoxeter, on 6th and 7th June.

Anthony’s parents Penny and Paul Lane, of Lichfield, have praised the initiative. Paul said:

“Anthony was always such a fit and healthy young man, and his death came as a shock to all of us. We are delighted that Uttoxeter Rotary are arranging screening days in Anthony’s memory that could go on to help hundreds of young people in the area.”

JCB has donated the £1,000 to Uttoxeter Rotary Club to support a campaign delivering two specialist screening days aimed at identifying young people aged 14 to 35 who may be at risk of undiagnosed heart conditions, including heart muscle disorders and electrical faults of the heart. Statistics show that every week in the UK, 12 apparently fit and healthy people under the age of 35 die from an undiagnosed heart condition, around 80% of whom show no prior symptoms.

Jerry Gear, Past President of Uttoxeter Rotary Club, who is leading the campaign said:

“These events can literally be life saving for young people as they have the potential to identify those young people who are walking around unaware of underlying health conditions."

"Last year 15 young people were identified as needing further medical investigation. This is why we couldn’t be more grateful to businesses like JCB who continue to show their support each year. The whole process is very simple and takes just 15 minutes but really it is vital. I would encourage young people who haven’t been before to take advantage of the opportunity and book their free place.”

Each screening session relies on £6,800 of funding per day and involves using a medical history questionnaire and electrocardiogram (ECG) to identify risks. Up to 100 young people a day will get free access to the scan with further tests and medical referrals provided if needed.

Uttoxeter Rotary Club is working with local businesses like JCB to raise the funds to cover the costs of the two June screening days. They are looking for a further £6,000 to meet the target for the sessions and then hope to raise additional funds for further dates later in the year.

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Dec 11, 2025
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A Lake District resort is adding new lounge space, an outdoor balcony and extra treatment rooms to its 5-star status spa.

English Lakes Hotels Resorts & Venues is investing £500,000 in further development and extension of its facilities in its award winning spa at Low Wood Bay.

The centrepiece of the spa’s transformation will be the newly designed ‘Spa Lounge’, a luxurious, relaxing space for guests to unwind.

Developed in close collaboration with DV8 Designs, Mason Gillibrand Architects and Cubby Construction, the project also includes expanded facilities with 5 new treatment rooms and a balcony with scenic fellside views and access to the spa’s outdoor thermal facilities.

Product development manager at English Lakes Hotels Annabel Berry says:

“The team has created a design plan for a serene and stylish environment that draws inspiration from the natural beauty of Windermere and its surrounding fells. The reimagined spa lounge will offer a tranquil and beautifully designed space where guests can relax before or after their treatments."

“The spa lounge will open onto the Fell View balcony and outdoor thermal experiences, seamlessly connecting indoor comfort with panoramic Lakeland views. And our newly designed mask bar will invite guests to personalise their skincare experience by sampling a range of treatments tailored to different skin types.”

Low Wood Bay was voted the best spa in North West England at the 2025 Good Spa Guide regional awards, having previously been the first spa in the region to attain the highest ‘Five Bubble Luxury’ rating. Earlier in 2025, upgraded spa facilities came on stream, including the Upper Deck with an 18 metre infinity relaxation pool, private seating, fire pits and loungers.

Group operations director at English Lakes Hotels Michael Kay adds:

“Our new lounge space blends contemporary design with the beautiful scenery around the resort. It’s a carefully considered development that brings new dimensions of comfort and calm to our stunning spa."

“This significant investment underlines our continued commitment to amazing guest experiences. We’re aiming to enhance our reputation as one of the Lake District’s premier destinations for luxury relaxation and holistic wellbeing.”

The project is scheduled for completion by the end of January.

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