Three years ago, I attended the AGM of the Abingdon and District Volunteer drivers when three drivers who had completed over 20 years were honoured with an award. Pat, the treasurer, sent me news of another long service award. She says,

“North Abingdon resident Rosemary Ryder has completed 21 years of voluntary driving for Abingdon and District Volunteer Centre. She has managed to fit in driving for us (while still being able to look after normal life and grandchildren) since joining in March 2001. At the A&DVC AGM in early December at their headquarters at the Baptist Church Centre at 35 Ock Street, Rosemary was presented with an award by Chairman Malvin Drakley.”

They take people to hospitals, doctors, surgeries, day centres etc., where using public transport or taxis is difficult.