Welcome – I’m so glad you’ve found your way here

When I began writing the book ‘A Somers Town Girl,’ I was simply recording my mother’s memories of growing up in Somers Town.

What began as one family’s story gradually became a journey into the history of an extraordinary community.

One discovery led to another, and before long I found myself exploring not only my family’s past but also the lives of Father Basil Jellicoe, whose compassion helped reshape Somers Town; Irene Barclay, whose pioneering housing work changed thousands of lives; and Gilbert Bayes, whose Fairytale Estate still brings delight to visitors today.

Today, this website is a place where those stories all come together…

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Mum’s Story – Find out what A Somers Town Girl: Mum’s Story is all about.

Gallery 📸 – Photographs that bring both Somers Town and Hop Picking to life.

Hop-Picking Memories 🍃A nostalgic look back at those unforgettable September days and family traditions.