This residential home of 22 flats is named for Dr. Alastair James (1897-1978), who practiced medicine at West Hill House, Calne for 42 years. Dr James retired in 1967 and moved back to Edniburgh with his wife. James first partnered with Dr. Ede for 21 years, before practising as the group of Drs James, Grant and Rivett between 1948 and 1965[1].
References:
[1] Beale, N., 1998. Is that the Doctor?. 1st ed. Trowbridge: Cromwell Press.
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