Hampton Grange and Gwen Walford Nursing Homes on Hampton Park Road in Hereford are to hold a Remembrance ceremony on 3rd Novemberto honour fallen military servicemen from across Britain and the Commonwealth.
Welcoming families, friends and members of the local community, attendees will gather in the care homes’ grounds to observe a former Rotherwas Munitions worker, Nancy Billings, unveil a Statue of Remembrance at 12pm.
The event is free to attend, and confirmation of attendance is requested ahead of the event.
When: Thursday 3rd November at 12pm
Where: 48-50 Hampton Park Road, Hereford, HR1 1TH
Contact to confirm attendance: email admin.hamptongrange@rotherwood-group.co.uk, or call 01432 272418
Louise Craddock, Home Manager of Hampton Grange and Gwen Walford, says:
“The Remembrance period is an extremely moving time for our residents. In previous years we have hand-crafted a ‘river’ of poppies cascading out of the Hampton Grange building. This year, it will be a great honour to welcome Nancy to unveil a Statue of Remembrance in our grounds for our residents to pay their respects”.
ROF Rotherwas in Herefordshire manufactured weapons and ammunition used by the British military during the First and Second World Wars. Women made up more than 77% the workforce and 99-year-old Nancy worked at Rotherwas for five years during the Second World War.
Operated by Rotherwood Healthcare, Hampton Grange provides Specialist Dementia Care, whilst Gwen Walford offers Residential and Nursing Care. For more information, please visit www.rotherwood-healthcare.co.uk
