“The Union Jack Man”; Weston’s Terry Hutt, dies aged 91
- Dan Heley
- 21 hours ago
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A devoted supporter of the Royal Family—once nicknamed “The Union Jack Man” by Queen Elizabeth II—has died at the age of 91, it has been announced, by his daughter.
Terry Hutt, from Weston-super-Mare, became well known for camping outside hospitals ahead of royal births. In 2016, he said the effort was always worthwhile if it brought a smile to the Queen’s face, even if it meant staying out for several nights.
His daughter, Tracey Joy, described him as a “tireless” advocate for the NHS and Birnbeck Pier.
She added that while the family is grieving, they are reflecting on his resilience, his love for life, and his dedication to those closest to him.
Terry Hutt’s enthusiasm for the monarchy began at just four years old, when King George VI and Queen Elizabeth visited his family in London after the Blitz and gave him a commemorative mug.
In 2013, he spent nearly two weeks waiting on a bench outside the hospital before the birth of Prince George, during which staff brought him food and drinks.
At the age of 79, he returned to the same spot outside St Mary’s Hospital to await the arrival of Princess Charlotte.
He once remarked that while people might see royal births as ordinary, he believed they were special.
Despite his wife joking that he was “mad,” he embraced the experience—equipped with waterproof gear and a tarpaulin decorated with Union Jacks, which he called his “royal bench.”
Beyond his royal devotion, Terry was passionate about local causes. He gathered thousands of signatures supporting the restoration of Birnbeck Pier, an effort his daughter said made her especially proud.
Reflecting on his death, Joy said it had been a difficult time, but noted that despite ongoing health issues, her father continued to pursue what he loved.
She described his reaching 91 as remarkable, having survived kidney cancer and multiple surgeries.
Ultimately, he passed away due to heart failure, pneumonia, and sepsis.
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