Regular readers will be aware that our long-standing chairman, Nigel Swift sadly passed away last month.

Nigel’s wish was for no formal funeral. However, his family and close friends are attending an informal celebration of his life at 1pm today. Although many will be unable to attend in person, anyone who knew him, or had any dealings with him over the years is invited to raise a glass to a life exceptionally well lived, wherever they may be.

This will be an opportunity to smile and share fond stories of Nigel, and importantly, to remember him. Wear whatever you like, Nigel would not have noticed or cared, and any colour is appropriate!

He would have sneered at cards or flowers (best left as trees or in the ground where they belong). But we’re sure that the family would appreciate any small donations in his name to St Richards Hospice where he spent his final days.

So, whatever your tipple, be it tea, coffee, fruit juice, beer, wine or something a little stronger, please feel free to take a moment to join in the celebration, and always remember him.