Oral Histories
Michael Holland Interview

Michael Holland Interview

We have another wonderful oral history to share with you, local resident Michael Holland interviewed by Cynthia Smith. Hear about Michael's memories of Walworth and Baldwins.... and an unexpected surprise he found in Mexico!
Christine Tan Interview

Christine Tan Interview

We have another wonderful oral history from a local resident to share with you. Christine Tan shares her memories of moving to from Malaysia to Kennington, traditional herbal remedies she has used and the teas which she drinks! Interviewed by Joyce McDonald in 2013. Enjoy! Malaysia to Walworth and Kennington Herbal Teas Thank you to Christine and...
Julia Onley Interview

Julia Onley Interview

We’re pleased to share another of our interviews of local residents with you. Back in 2012 Linda Hearnshaw interviewed Julia Onley, who had much to share about her childhood in Walworth, the local streets and shops (and, of course, Baldwins!). Take a listen below and enjoy!
Mr Rudolph Francois Interview

Mr Rudolph Francois Interview

As part of The Roots Project we have been training volunteers from Southwark Pensioners Centre to conduct and record interviews with local residents. These oral histories of local people are a wonderful view into their lives and the history of Walworth and Baldwins. We’re really excited to share the first of these interviews now, Mr...

The Roots was a Southwark Pensioners Centre project, run in partnership with Julia Honess and funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund, about the story of Walworth Road-based G. Baldwin and Co. Working with volunteers from the local community, the project tells the story of Walworth Road based G. Baldwin & Co, one of the oldest and most established herbalists in London, and the many customers who have frequented the shop over its long history.


For more information, images and interviews please contact:
Julia Honess
Project Manager
Phone: 07960318055
Email: juliahoness@hotmail.com