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Hunstanton remains a common second home for Leicester folk.
Summary
A local column notes retired Leicester photographer Tony Shelley regularly visits Hunstanton, is undergoing chemotherapy and is organising an exhibition in Leicester for April; the piece also recalls Hunstanton's long ties to people from Leicester.
Content
A weekly column by Hunstanton writer John Maiden highlights a Leicester photographer and local memories. The column describes Tony Shelley, a retired professional photographer who visits Hunstanton from Leicester, and notes recent local changes such as a resurfaced track to the Lifeboat and Cafe. It recalls Hunstanton's long history as a second home for people from Leicester and reflects on local volunteers and heritage. The writer also marks his 88th birthday and shares personal memories.
Known details:
- Tony Shelley is a retired professional photographer who regularly visits Hunstanton from Leicester.
- His black-and-white images include the cliffs, lighthouse, promenade and Princess Theatre.
- He is undergoing chemotherapy, with seven cycles remaining, and is organising an exhibition in Leicester in April.
- He and his wife plan two weeks of convalescence in Hunstanton after he completes treatment.
- Columnist John Maiden reached his 88th birthday on February 2 and mentions family memories in the piece.
- The track to the Lifeboat and the Old Town Beach Cafe was resurfaced recently, and the benefactor's name is not yet known.
Summary:
The column highlights enduring connections between Hunstanton and people from Leicester and notes local efforts to preserve the town's character through photography and community work. Tony Shelley's planned April exhibition and his upcoming convalescence in Hunstanton are the next scheduled events mentioned. The identity of the benefactor who resurfaced the track is undetermined at this time.
