Exeter couple celebrate 70 years of marriage

Mr and Mrs Walter and Elsie Nicholls, residents at RMBI care home Cadogan Court in Exeter, celebrated 70 years of marriage on 4 January 2017.

Residents and staff gathered in the Home's dining room to celebrate the occasion with musical entertainment by a band with banjos and a special lunch. The couple's son Jeff and his wife Sue visited to join the celebrations and supplied the Longhorn beef from their local farm. Everyone tucked into the lovely meal and enjoyed some wine and coffee afterwards.

Walter and Elsie received a special card from the Queen congratulating them on their anniversary. The couple have been living at Cadogan Court for over two years and enjoy participating in the many activities offered at the care home. Elsie loves crafts and Bingo and both enjoy listening to music.

When asked what their secret to a long and happy marriage is, both replied: "It is important to always support each other and help when one is feeling down. If we have had an argument, we would always make up before sunset."