East Sussex resident 'excited' to witness her second coronation at 101-years-old

Ahead of the King's coronation on May 6, Dorothy feels particularly connected to the Royal Family after she received a 100th birthday card from the late Queen Elizabeth last year.

The 101-year-old said: “I can't wait to see the grandeur of the coronation, it will be a momentous occasion for the country! I remember feeling as though I was watching an important piece of history in 1953, and am excited and honoured to witness another once-in-a-lifetime event like this."

Dorothy, who is proud to be 11 months older than the BBC, remembers watching the late Queen’s coronation on a relative’s television in 1953, aged 31.

Televisions were still a relatively new technology in households and Dorothy recalls feeling very close to the proceedings unfolding within Westminster Abbey thanks to the live broadcast.

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The morning after Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation, Dorothy was lucky to witness the Queen and her husband driving out of Buckingham Palace to wave at the nation: she remembers an electric atmosphere as well-wishers crowded the streets for a glimpse of the royal couple.

Sarah Cummings, Deputy Manager and Care Coordinator at Bluebird Care Eastbourne & Wealden, said: "It is a huge privilege to learn from Dorothy, who has lived through a significant period of history and has a unique perspective on the royal celebrations.

"The Bluebird Care Eastbourne & Wealden team are excited to celebrate the King’s coronation with Dorothy and ensure that she has the best possible experience.”