Summer 2008 News
The opening the Garden at Anne Shelton’s former home, 142 Court Lane, on Sunday 8th June went really well with over 300 visitors who helped to raise a substantial amount of money for National Garden Scheme charities and St Christopher’s Hospice.
Kelly and the visitors were entertained through the day with many of Anne's hits, by 1940's style duo
'The Swingtime Sweethearts' AKA Le'arna & Annie. The girls commented on the day:
"We had a wonderful time and have created a lasting memory to cherish forever. The day went so fast, I just wish we'd have had more time to chat to you about the family memories!!! Finishing off at around 5.40pm with "I'll Be Seeing You" that final time, I had to choke back some tears.... It really was a privilege to be standing in that special place, singing those words and thinking of Patty"
To see more of Le'arna & Annie, here is a link to their website:
Kelly with The Swingtime Sweethearts in the garden at Glendower
Kelly will be at the War and Peace Show at The Hop Farm, Paddock Wood from the 16th July onwards and The Swingtime Sweethearts will be making guest appearances throughout the event.
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Well,
thanks to everyone's efforts, Southwark Council have awarded Anne's former house
at 142 Court Lane, Dulwich
the prestigious Blue Plaque, having received 1282 votes!
See the complete listing via this link to the Council's website:
http://www.southwark.gov.uk/DiscoverSouthwark/BluePlaquesSection/blueplaques2007
Kelly has been busy keeping Anne's memory alive and has recently contributed to the Dulwich OnView website with her recollections of life at Court Lane living with Anne. Follow this link to read the article:
''My childhood with Anne was magical. Glendower had an enchanted garden, with tennis court, and vegetable patch that was lovingly tendered by my uncle David Reid, Anne’s husband. I remember the Summers so well, playing tennis, riding my bike around the garden and being allowed to go boating in Dulwich Park, under the watchful eye of either Anne, or her younger sister, my aunt Jo.''
You will also see on the web link that the current owner, Jeremy Prescott, is opening the Garden at Anne Shelton’s former home, 142 Court Lane, on Sunday 8th June 2-6pm this year for National Garden Scheme charities and St Christopher’s Hospice
Teas and plants will be available, and Jeremy has invited Kelly to attend. Click here for a map of the location:
On 5th August 2007 Kelly and some friends visited the local 'Dig For Victory Fete', a 1940's
based event. As you can see, Kelly was right at home with the various vehicles and participants:
Kelly was recently asked by The BBC to give an interview on the new biography
and to give her recollections of her Aunt to 'South East Today' reporter, Robin Gibson.
A copy of the interview should be available here soon - when we can get the software to work!
It was a really wonderful atmosphere at the War and Peace Show at The Hop Farm, Paddock Wood.
Although the weather was “very” wet it did not dampen the visitor’s spirits. Kelly had never seen
so many military vehicles all in one place and such a party atmosphere. The stall was situated in
the Victory Marquee where the visitors were entertained by many talented performers carrying on
in the 40’s theme. Anne was well remembered, and Kelly had some lovely comments from the
public, many bought her biography and the CD’s, Thank You Captain Miller, & My Pal Jo.
Kelly would like to thank Rex Cadman for inviting her, and all at the show that were so helpful.
Next years show is from the 16th July 2008, The Official Anne Shelton Website really recommends a visit - if the 40’s is your thing!
The opening the gardens of Anne’s previous home on 3rd of June 2007 went very well.
A lot of people were there that knew Anne, and they had a lot of lovely things to say about her.
Also
attending was Freddie Mills daughter, who was a childhood friend.
This picture of Kelly in front of the conservatory, also shows the room just above, were she was born.
The current owners raised about £1000 on the day for St Christopher’s Hospice, Sydenham.
If you can't make it to any forthcoming events, please visit our new page here with details on how to
buy the Anne Shelton biography or the CD's
Please e-mail for further details of these events
mailto:anne-shelton@privettcottage.wanadoo.co.uk
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