


Her return to the beach on April 29, became a heartfelt journey down memory lane, reigniting the nostalgia of her bygone days.

The whole day was truly magical.”ĭorothy, who celebrated her 101st birthday on April 22, used to indulge in leisurely strolls along the coast after her shifts at a bakery shop in Boscombe, before her retirement. I enjoy going to the beach so much, because it makes me happy. I have missed the smells and the calmness of the beach. Engaging in cheerful conversation, they shared their favourite memories of coastal living, fostering a joyful camaraderie against the backdrop of the seaside.Įxpressing her happiness, Dorothy said: “This has brought back so many wonderful memories. Grandmother learns to swim at 46 and now aims to become oldest solo female ocean rowerĪ friendly team of lifeguards joined her, introducing themselves with warmth and enthusiasm.Filled with delight, Dorothy relished the opportunity to stroll along the pier and immerse her toes in the sand once again. However, in a heartwarming gesture to celebrate her 101st birthday, the staff at Dorothy's care home in Broadstone, Dorset, orchestrated a delightful surprise - a nostalgic trip to the beloved beach. Unfortunately, a quarter of a century passed without her setting foot on its shores, reports Hull Live. She celebrated the momentous occasion on the sandy shores of Bournemouth, a place that held an abundance of cherished memories from her younger days.ĭorothy used to visit the beach at Bournemouth every day after work, but after she retired she stopped going. DOWN MEMORY LANE: Dorothy Cattle used to go there every day after work (Photo by SWNS)ĭorothy Cattle recently marked her 101st birthday with a special trip to her cherished beach.
