Princess Diana captivated patients and staff in April 1988
SHE was known as the People’s Princess and today we can share special, treasured pictures of Diana, Princess of Wales visiting north Essex. The popular royal came to Colchester to open the Joan Tomkins day centre at St Helena Hospice on April 26, 1988. She captivated patients, hospice volunteers and staff, along with the hundreds gathered to catch a glimpse, as she smiled and shook hands with many. Big moment - Princess Diana arrives at St Helena Hospice, ready to step onto the red carpet leading to the Joan Tomkins day centre Among those in attendance was Robin Tomkins, the Frinton...
Source: gazette-news.co.uk