A FOND FAREWELL - MANY TRIBUTES TO OUR SPECIAL FRIEND PETER DURRANT OF THE LONDON PRESS CLUB

 

So very sad to hear of the passing 1 November of a very special friend to the members of our Society of Women Writers and Journalists.  Peter Durrant earned his unusual title of "Gentleman of Fleet Street" by working for newspapers for most of his life. Even in  retirement, he was involved both with enthusiastically supporting the London Press Club, and being one of their longest serving members and board director.  He was sought after as a great raconteur, giving humorous after dinner talks in London and in his home county of Surrey. Everyone loved Peter who often attended our SWWJ lunches and events and we shall miss his enthusiasm and presence.

A memorial service will be held next year in St Bride's Church, Fleet Street.