The trustees and residents of Rev. John Cooper’s Hospital Charity in Elton, Peterborough recently celebrated the 360th anniversary of the almshouse charity with a celebratory lunch at their local pub!
Founded in 1663, Coopers Hospital is one of the oldest charities in England and their 360th anniversary gave them much cause for celebration – in fact, a double celebration as their long-term trustee, Julian was also retiring after 57 years of dedicated service.
The charity are wondering whether they can lay claim to have the longest serving almshouse trustee. Its definitely so of their own records, but we wonder how many charities could top this figure?
Julian’s retirement still came too soon for the charity but they were so happy to be able to give him a wonderful send-off, most fitting with celebrating such a momentous occasion for the charity.
posted 7 November 2023