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In memory of Mary Tucker 1951 – 2021
IT IS A YEAR since Mary Tucker, nee Wigram, passed away. Mary was born in London and brought up in a musical family. When she was 9, they moved to Smeeth in Kent, because of […]
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Community Connections – Sophie and Isaac from Caversham Health Club
THIS MONTH we meet the lovely young couple that are Sophie and Isaac from Caversham Health Club by IST Fitness, based in the heart of Caversham. This entrepreneurial pair are passionate about fitness for your […]
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Creative Caversham – Kate Spencer-Millan
Finding her path to fulfilment – Pilgrim’s way leads Kate to her path MOST OF the artists we have met are based locally: Kate Spencer-Millan makes regular pilgrimages to the area to contribute to our […]
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Creative Caversham – Sue and Tamalia Reeves
Pine cones, berries and oranges add a touch of festive magic If you venture down to Marsack Street, there’s a great opportunity to become wreathed into the Christmas spirit…Elestr Lee investigates! While many of us […]
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Creative Caversham – Nicola Duncan
WATERY REFLECTIONS FROM OUR RIVERSIDE Living close to the Thames has provided a regular theme for artist, Nicola Duncan. She talks to Elestr Lee about her work which frequently features the beauty of Caversham’s swans. […]
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Lesley Boardley 1945-2021
LESLEY BOARDLEY was born 14 April 1945 in Malvern to John and Benda Hooper. After taking A-levels she was offered a place at Nottingham University to study Social Administration, spending 6 months as an au […]
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Sid’s Story – Remembering James Sydney George Bickle
James Sydney George Bickle, known as Syd or Sid , came into the world on the 28 August 1930, born in Nymett Rowland in North Devon to George and Cecilia. Sid grew up within a large […]
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Creative Caversham – Alison Galer
FLOWER POWER – LOCKDOWN’S SILVER LINING Outdoor spaces have taken on a new importance in the past year. This month Elestr Lee meets Alison Galer of Florence Gardening, whose expertise enhances gardens all around our […]
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Creative Caversham – Sherrie Tuhy
THE PERFECT PLACE TO FIND OUR INNER ARTIST This month we meet a woman who has made it her mission to allow others to discover the joy of creativity. Elestr Lee meets Art Jam’s Sherrie […]
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Creative Caversham – Nicolette Carter
EVERY PICTURE TELLS A STORY Nicolette Carter talks to Elestr Lee about the TV challenge which put a spotlight on her artistic talents. The past year has proved exceptionally busy for this month’s artist. Not […]