Fruit picking in Martham by Kathleen Fathers

Strawberry picking (not in Martham)

Kathleen Annie Fathers (1890-1973) was the daughter of Benjamin & Ann Fathers. He was the Head Teacher of Martham Board School from 1902 to 1921. Kathleen wrote an account of fruit picking at Bracey’s of Martham as a schoolgirl probably between 1902 and 1905 which can be seen by clicking on the link below which will open a separate pdf.

Click here for Fruit Picking pdf

Courtesy of Norfolk Record Office, record PD 710/83.

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