103 year old set to become oldest man to get a tattoo – for Ashgate Hospicecare

By Tara Underhill - 1 April 2016

One of Derbyshire’s oldest men is set to enter the record books – by having a tattoo for his 104th birthday.

Jack Reynolds – who hit headlines in summer 2014 when he became the oldest Brit to brave the ice bucket challenge – plans to get inked on his big day on Wednesday 6th April.

Jack, who is from Hollingwood near Staveley, is having the tattoo to raise money for Chesterfield-based charity, Ashgate Hospicecare.

The charity provides care to patients across North Derbyshire at the hospice, in the community and at Chesterfield Royal Hospital. All services are provided free of charge to patients and their families, which is mainly funded through donations, legacies and income raised through their 16 shops.

Jack said: “I really love using my age to help me with my fundraising and I’d love for people to help me support Ashgate Hospicecare – it’s a great charity and very close to my heart.”

Jack’s daughter Jayne added: “Dad wanted to do something to raise money for charity again and I suggested he have a tattoo which he agreed to. We all think it’s great.

“I think the tattoo should be his date of birth or his nickname, Jacko. He’s had a consultation with the tattoo artist and it’s been decided that the best place for him to have the tattoo is on the top of his arm. My dad’s absolutely amazing and everyone loves him.”

She added that Jack had a fall before Christmas and spent about two months in hospital with a broken hip – but was now back at home doing well.

Giving the secret to a long and happy life, Jack said: “Work hard, always smile, get plenty of fresh air and last but not least have a tot of Grouse whisky in your tea in the morning and a tot before bed.”

Jack’s family say Guinness World Records has confirmed he will be the oldest man to get a tattoo. Anyone who would like to support him can do so my visiting the Just Giving website and searching for Jack Reynolds.