麻豆社 Radio Sussex

'She's like our very own mascot!'

A woman from East Sussex has celebrated her 108th birthday and even received a personalised message from her favourite TV presenter.

Joan Willett was born in St Leonards in 1916 during the First World War and has lived in the town ever since.

Former teacher Ms Willett still walks around the garden of her care home and gets involved with the activities on offer.

She even received a personal message from TV presenter Chris Packham who presents her favourite show Springwatch.

George Carden reports

19 July 2024

5 minutes