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In March 2017, two specialists in garden history and design came to York Gate Garden to talk to volunteers about the ‘Arts and Crafts garden.’ Notes were taken and distributed amongst volunteers in order to enhance their understanding of the Arts and…

An overview of the Arts and Crafts movement and its influence on British garden design. Includes gardens to visit, with an emphasis on the ones favoured by the Spencer family.

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 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 John Whitaker who has frequently photographed the garden.

Recording and transcript of an interview with Joan Cunliffe. She used to see Sybil in Church and was part of the Church Ladies’ Group which Sybil attended as a speaker.

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

Recording and transcript of an interview with Geoff Bradbury who chaired Adel Horticultural Society and often visited the garden

Recording and transcript of an interview with Dr Layinka M Swinburne who visited York Gate to buy duck eggs; became friendly with Sybil and gave her plants from her own garden.

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.