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A book entitled "Japanese Stone Gardens, How to Make and Enjoy Them" by Kazuhiko Fukuda, published by Charles E Tuttle Company, 1st edition 1970. An inscription inside shows it belonged to Robin Spencer. One of the illustrations (Flagstone Pavement…

Transcript of a recorded telephone interview with Christine King, Sybil’s niece and goddaughter describing her memories of the family and memories of the garden, from when it was purchased and through the subsequent years

Recording and transcript of an interview with Peter Snodgrass (known as Tom) who delivered groceries to York Gate; Sybil used to show him round and give him gardening tips

Recording and transcript of an interview with Peter Vernon who joined Robin’s firm as an articled clerk; went out on surveys with Robin; used to buy Robin’s lunch

Recording and transcript of an interview with Peter Spencer a distant relative, who describes his memories of one visit to York Gate

Recording and transcript of an interview with Peter Handley, work colleague and friend of Robin who attended dinner parties at York Gate

Recording and transcript of an interview with John Holroyd a close friend of Robin from school days, who had holidays with Robin. He describes his memories of Robin buying artefacts and was on a trip with Robin when he died

Recording and transcript of an interview with Christine Neville who worked in Robin’s office, was Robin’s friend and attended and helped with events in the garden.

Recording and transcript of an interview with Julia Davies who worked as Robin’s secretary for 30 years;. She was Robin’s close friend, attended dinner parties, and helped with events.

Recording and transcript of an interview with Jack Jowett, a business acquaintance of Fred and Robin