Those Who Came Before Us

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.

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