I did not know Dr Pickering, but I send my well wishes to his family. I hope that because of his legacy, you aren’t just left with feelings of sadness now. …

22nd April 2021   Dear Nigel,  I am so saddened that you are gone. But I know you are up somewhere in the sky watching over us with a paint brush and your big grin.  You were a giant of a human being, a true gentleman who was kind, thoughtful and caring. Behind that distinguished grey hair and spectacles bellied a most wicked sense of humour that would light up any room.  Nigel, it was a true honour to have worked along side you for almost 20 years. You were an inspiration to all of us. Your knowledge and skills were astounding. You were respected and loved and colleagues and patients alike.  I was truly glad that I was able to see more of you and Janet during the latter stage of your illness. It was amazing to see you continuing to paint under the microscope when clearly your illness had progressed at such speed. I felt so privileged to be shown your favourite painting collection of the stupendous Patagonian succulents.  You were the most humble man I know.  I will always cherish our car journeys to your radiotherapy treatment. We had some good laughs as well as some …

We were very sorry to hear of the passing of Dr Nigel Pickering.  He was a super doctor & a lovely man – always smiling & cheerful.My most abiding memory of him, is when he calmly & reassuringly sat opposite me in the ambulance, as I was rushed from Malmesbury Cottage Hospital in September 1990, to Swindon Hospital, for an emergency Caesarean Section.  Were it not for the quick diagnosis & prompt action from Dr Pickering & midwife Jane, the outcome of Ross’ birth may well have been so different.  Fortunately, all turned out well, & Ross – now a Captain for a Commercial Airline – looks forward to his 31st birthday later this year. Heather, Richard, Thomas & Ross Knibb. …

Just stumbled across this news. Very sad to read this.  Have very fond memories of Dr Pickering during my time working for this surgery. Always very patient focused, always had a smile on his face when knocking on his door to ask something of him. Condolences to the family. He will be missed x  …

What a nice and gentle man he was. He was always lovely to us. …

Nigel was a wonderful GP – kind, thorough, personable and calm. When we moved to Sherston in 1994 we heard that he was a fantastic family doctor and this was always our experience. Over the years he provided us with excellent advice. In particular, after the birth of our second child, David explained we were thinking we might still have more children. We remember him talking with feeling about how great his experience was of having a larger family.We were fortunate to not need to visit the practice too often and so, when Caty saw Nigel next he said ‘I’m guessing you must be pregnant because that’s the only time I ever see you!’ .. and of course he was right. We went on to find out we were having twins and have certainly never regretted having a larger family.Nigel was clearly very proud of all his family. Our sincere condolences and best wishes to you all.   Caty and David Tappin …

We met Nigel shortly after he joined the surgery and knew at once that we jellied and as such he was our chosen GP until his retirement. He was so easy to talk to, friendly, understanding, and knowledgeable that we considered him a friend and our GP. We were devastated when we heard he was to retire. R.I.P Dear Nigel.           …

Nigel was our GP for 27 years. He was a wonderful caring man and also a work colleague at Malmesbury Hospital. A true gentleman and a wonderful human being. We send our deepest condolences to his family at this time. Janet and Bob Bacon …