Stories
The narratives, memories and accounts that bring the Renals and Bewes families to life across the generations.
War Diary
Bob Renals — A War Diary
Researched and written by Edwin Renals, November 2008.
The remarkable account of Robert Renals of Poplars, Fletchers Bridge — his service at Gallipoli, convalescence in Malta, the Military Medal at El Foka in Palestine, and the Somme. A testament to an ordinary man who did extraordinary things and never spoke of them.
The Orchard Family
The Orchard Family
The story of the travelling Orchard family and their connection to the Renals of Cardinham through two sisters marrying two brothers.
The Music — English Folk Songs
Charlotte Orchard and her sisters recorded singing English Folk songs in the early 1970s. Their voices live on through Veteran Records catalogue number VTR119CD.
Family Memories
Personal recollections and family stories to be added.
More Stories
Further accounts will be added as research and memory allows.