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Pickwick Bicycle Club Magazine Volume 13 No.1 March 2016
On Founder’s Day, a member of the Royal Family always reviews the in-pensioners.
Anecdotal rumour has it that some in-pensioners endeavour to be in the infirmary on the
day, ever since Sophie- Countess of Wessex visited the infirmary and kissed the patients.
In 2015 it was the Duke of York –so not so lucky.
The Wren Chapel is over 40ft high and completed in 1687. The
Resurrection painting in the dome of the apse over the altar was
done by the Ricci family and completed in 1714. Services were
held twice daily but now are limited to Sundays only. It’s not
obligatory to attend.
Unfortunately due to their age, the number of in-pensioners
fluctuates quite regularly, although Albert informed us that the
most common reason for leaving the Hospital is for those who
depart to get married.
The Hospital visit was a great trip and Albert an excellent (and patient – Mr. Brooks
take note!) guide. It’s a pity that the group numbers was limited, but if any members have
the opportunity to visit in the future, I urge you to do so.
Winkle Snr.
