Shelbourne Close

Shelbourne Close: Shelbourne is another old Kesgrave family from the mid 20’s who occupied one of the “new” bungalows at 9 Main Road. the family were greatly involved in the formation of the local branch of the British Legion, Bowls Club, Grower Association and Mothers Union. Geoff, the son, was a regular member of the church choir and a keen member of the, now defunct, Lads Club as ran by a local schoolmaster, Mr Holmes, around the early ’30’s.

Geoff returned to Kesgrave after war service in the RAF to marry a local girl, Muriel Dodson, daughter of A Dodson –Dodson Vale. He helped in the voluntary building of the first KWMCC Hall. His sister Olive ran the Brownies for over 22 years while his daughter was responsible for running the local Ranger Guides.