Mary goes down memory lane for 100th birthday

A Fylde woman enjoyed a message from the Queen and a party to mark her 100th birthday.

By The Newsroom

Published 1st Jul 2014, 11:00 BST

Celebrations a plenty at The New Thursby Nursing Home, as Mary Wilkinson celebrates her 100th birthday
Pictured with family and friends — Celebrations a plenty at The New Thursby Nursing Home, as Mary Wilkinson celebrates her 100th birthday Pictured with family and friends

The New Thursby Nursing Home on Clifton Drive North, St Annes, pulled out all the stops to honour resident Mary Wilkinson.

Mary’s daughter Juliet and son-in-law Malcolm arranged a champagne buffet to mark the occasion, and entertainment by 1940s tribute singer Lilli De Carlo.

The mayor of Fylde, Kevin Eastham, attended the party to present Mary with the Queen’s birthday card and a bouquet of flowers.

Her cake was also special – reflecting her lifelong passion for ballroom dancing.