Collection consists of Derek Senior's papers from his time as the Gardening and Bridge Editor. Includes correspondence, cuttings and typescripts relating to the Gardening and Bridge features, and other related papers.
Papers of Derek Senior
This material is held atGuardian News and Media Archive
- Reference
- GB 2726 DSE
- Dates of Creation
- 1954-1986
- Name of Creator
- Language of Material
- English
- Physical Description
- 6 boxes
Scope and Content
Administrative / Biographical History
Derek Senior joined the Manchester Guardian as a reporter in 1937, where he specialised in planning matters. He became freelance Gardening Editor, Bridge Editor and contributor for the Guardian in 1960 until the 1980s. Senior also worked for the Civic Trust and he was appointed a member of the Royal Commission on Local Government 1966-1969, and published widely on planning affairs.
Arrangement
Arranged into two series:
- DSE/1 Gardening Feature
- DSE/2 Bridge Feature
Access Information
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Other Finding Aids
A full catalogue description for this collection can be found on the GNM Archive catalogue.