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The first of four journals kept by Frederick Spencer covers the period between October 1939 and August 1941.

Recorded Interview with Brenda Bedford, wife of Tony Bedford, Robin’s friend and Sybil’s accountant; attended and hosted dinner parties (audio file and transcript)

Recording and transcript of an interview with Ann Philpott, a frequent visitor to York Gate to buy duck eggs and see the garden

Recording and transcript of an interview with Ann Lightman, a volunteer at York Gate

Recording and transcript of an interview with Brian Latty a school friend of Robin, he went with the Spencers to an opera in the Grand Theatre in his early teens.

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

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 Anne Wivell who attended Sybil’s open days and the evening events that followed; memories of Sybil include when she had her portrait painted.

Reciording and transcript of an interview with Margaret Wildig, a straw craft expert who undertook craft work alongside Sybil, and introduced Sybil to the root house thatcher.

Recording and transcript of an interview with Biddy Marshall, former county organiser for the National Gardens Scheme, who knew Sybil well. She talks about her memories of the garden and amateur dramatic performances held there.