“We never imagined we’d reach this milestone, but here we are, still holding hands and making memories,” say Roger and Audrey Adcock after celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary at Purley Gardens Care Home, on Russell Hill Road.
Platinum anniversary: cake, champagne and a card from the King and Queen marked Audrey and Roger Adcock’s 70th anniversary
For the Adcocks, who are both now 98 years old and were wed in 1955, they say that their marriage has been filled with laughter, love, and cherished memories.
“Seventy years, and we still laugh every day,” Roger said on his platinum wedding anniversary.
Roger and Audrey were married on February 19, 1955, and 70 years later, Purley Gardens Care Home rolled out the red carpet to their residents’ family to honour Roger and Audrey’s incredible 70 years of marriage.
The special day was marked with cake, champagne and a congratulations card from King Charles III and Queen Camila, a family lunch and an celebration afternoon tea shared with fellow residents.
“Our journey together has been filled with love, laughter, and countless unforgettable moments,” said Roger.
Roger and Audrey’s love story began in the summer of 1954 in Southend-on-Sea when a blind date led to love at first sight. Just three weeks later, they were engaged, and in February 1955 they married at St Andrew’s Church in Winchester.
Roger Adcock, from Southampton, worked in education, while Audrey Adcock was a radiographer. They raised two children, Helen and Kate.
In retirement, the couple enjoyed a peaceful life in Devon before settling at Purley Gardens Care Home in 2024 to be closer to family.
Party time: family and friends gather for the special anniversary lunch
When asked about the secret to a long and happy marriage, Audrey said, “Marry the right man! Don’t argue and always embrace new interests.”
Roger added, “Love, patience and shared experiences.”
And the couple have settled in well in their new home. “Purley Gardens has been a wonderful place for us,” Roger said. “We’ve made new friends, and the care here has been exceptional.
“It’s a new chapter for us, and we feel so lucky to be here together.”
Purley Gardens is owned and operated by Avery Healthcare. Gregg Bielinski, the home’s manager, said, “We believe in caring sharing, and giving. We warmly welcome everyone who comes to live with us, and our dedicated team works together to make each day and every event truly special.”
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