The Mayor of Witney has penned a letter of condolence to His Majesty the King and all the members of the Royal Family expressing the sympathy of the Town Council and residents of Witney on the sad passing of Her Majesty the Queen.

The letter speaks of the Queen’s devoted service across 70 years, “an  achievement that seems almost unimaginable to most.” and that she will be missed by many all around the world.

It also mentions the Queen’s fondly remembered visit to Witney in 1959.

There is mention of the Book of Condolence and the letter then finishes, “Our thoughts will be with the King and his family throughout this challenging time. With heartfelt and deepest sympathy.”