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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 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 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 Peter Spencer a distant relative, who describes his memories of one visit to York Gate

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 Snodgrass (known as Tom) who delivered groceries to York Gate; Sybil used to show him round and give him gardening tips

Letter to Robin from his headmaster at Lindesfarne College, Edward Daws, on his leaving school. 13.09.1958. Donated by John Holroyd

Studio portrait of Robin Spencer, in a folder

Robin and stonemason looking at a paving stone in front of the house. Sybil and unknown lady (Mrs Holroyd or the stonemason's wife?) sitting behind.

Robin and stonemason? looking at their work in front of the house. Sybil and unknown lady (Mrs Holroyd or the stonemason's wife?) sitting behind. Copyright John Holroyd