Pencarwick Nursing Home

A Memory of Exmouth.

I was born in Pencarwick Nursing Home Exmouth on 7 December 1940. The Principal was Mrs M.E.Hodges

My mother left London sometime beforehand with my two elder brothers aged 2 and 6.
She left London to avoid the bombing.
I understand my mother lived at 2 Marpool Grove.
I was christened in All Saint Church on 18 January 1941.

I have been to Exmouth and seen Pencarwick House which is now a block of apartments
at the end of Louisa Terrace. We stayed at the Royal Beacon Hotel. We also visited the church but
unfortunately the museum was closed. I located Marpool Grove but the road appears to have been spllt into two roads so I was unable to find number 2

I would very much like to see a photo of the original Pencarwick Nursing Home. I understand
it had been a school at some time. Also if anyone knows anything about Marpool Grove would be nice.

My wife and I have visited Exmouth twice, last time was earlier this month. We think
Exmouth is a great place, the flower displays are a credit to the local council and the fabulous
marina is a must to visit. We will certainly come again.

Brian Durrant